Quick Shrimp Avocado Tostadas (Printable)

Crispy tostadas with seasoned shrimp, creamy avocado, and fresh herbs for a vibrant Mexican-inspired dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seafood

01 - 14 oz medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Tostadas

08 - 8 small corn tostada shells

→ Avocado Topping

09 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
10 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Fresh Garnishes

12 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
13 - 1 small tomato, diced
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
16 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook shrimp 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove from heat.
03 - Gently combine diced avocados with lime juice and salt in a small bowl.
04 - Arrange tostada shells on serving plates and spread each with avocado mixture.
05 - Top each tostada with cooked shrimp and sprinkle with red onion, tomato, cilantro, and jalapeño slices if desired.
06 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than most takeout orders, and tastes better too.
  • The combination of smoky shrimp and cool, creamy avocado feels indulgent without being heavy.
  • You can prep everything in one go and let everyone build their own tostadas at the table.
02 -
  • Don't overcook the shrimp or they'll turn rubbery, pull them off the heat the second they turn opaque.
  • If your avocado isn't ripe enough, it won't mash or spread easily and the whole topping will feel off.
  • Assemble these just before serving, or the tostada shells will get soggy from the avocado and toppings.
03 -
  • Pat the shrimp completely dry before seasoning so they get a nice sear instead of steaming in the pan.
  • Warm your tostada shells in the oven for a few minutes before assembling if you want them extra crispy and toasty.
  • Taste your avocado mixture before assembling and adjust the lime and salt, it should be bright and well seasoned on its own.
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