Description
Sizzling Grilled Shrimp Tostadas bring summer flavors straight to your table with zesty Mexican-inspired charm. Fresh seafood and crispy tortillas make these quick bites perfect for backyard gatherings and casual weekend meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1½ lbs raw peeled shrimp
- 12 tostada shells
- 2 avocados
- 3–4 tomatoes
- 1 jalapeno
- ½ medium red onion
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Cooking spray
- ½ small bunch cilantro
- ½ small bunch cilantro
- Juice from 1 lime
Instructions
- Whisk 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper with 2 tsp olive oil in a large mixing bowl to create a vibrant marinade.
- Drop 1½ lbs raw peeled shrimp into the spice mixture, tossing gently to ensure each piece gets thoroughly coated with the seasoning blend.
- Prepare your grill pan by heating it to medium-high temperature (around 375°F), then lightly coat the surface with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange marinated shrimp onto the preheated grill pan, cooking for approximately 1-2 minutes per side until they transform into a bright pink color and feel firm to the touch.
- While shrimp cook, mash 2 ripe avocados in a separate bowl, incorporating ½ small bunch minced cilantro, 1 tsp minced garlic, juice from 1 lime, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper until the texture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine 3-4 diced tomatoes, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1 minced jalapeño, ½ minced red onion, and ½ small bunch minced cilantro to craft a fresh pico de gallo.
- Spread a generous layer of guacamole across each of the 12 tostada shells, creating a creamy base for the upcoming flavors.
- Position the grilled shrimp carefully atop the guacamole-covered tostadas, ensuring an even distribution.
- Spoon fresh pico de gallo over the shrimp, adding a bright and zesty finish to your tostadas.
- Serve the tostadas immediately to preserve their crisp texture and vibrant taste.
Notes
- Marinate shrimp for maximum flavor by letting it sit in the spice mixture for 15-20 minutes before grilling.
- Keep tostada shells crisp by adding toppings just before serving to prevent soggy bottoms.
- For a gluten-free version, swap tostada shells with corn tortilla chips or lettuce wraps.
- Swap shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option that works equally well with the seasonings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Shrimp
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 166 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg