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Spicy Shrimp and Guacamole Tostadas


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  • Author: chef-emmy
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delightful combination of spicy shrimp and creamy guacamole served on crisp tostadas, celebrating the essence of coastal Mexican cuisine.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 Tostadas
  • 1 lb Shrimp
  • 2 ripe Avocados
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 diced Tomatoes
  • 1 Red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup Cabbage or lettuce, shredded
  • Spices: 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder


Instructions

  1. Prepare the guacamole by mashing ripe avocados and mixing with lime juice, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Season the shrimp with spices and sauté in a pan until cooked through.
  3. Assemble the tostadas by placing the sautéed shrimp on each tostada, adding a layer of guacamole, and topping with cabbage or lettuce, tomatoes, and additional cilantro.
  4. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

For a fresh taste, always use fresh lime juice in your guacamole and avoid reheating it for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tostadas
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg