Best 6 Simple Shrimp Tostadas Recipes

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**Savory Shrimp Tostadas: A Culinary Journey to Mexican Coastal Delights**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the vibrant shores of Mexico with our tantalizing Shrimp Tostadas recipe. This delectable dish combines the freshness of succulent shrimp, the crunch of toasted corn tortillas, and a symphony of zesty flavors that will delight your palate. The shrimp, marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and herbs, is perfectly grilled or pan-seared, delivering a tender and flavorful bite. Served atop crispy tostadas, these shrimp tostadas are adorned with a refreshing array of toppings, including a vibrant pico de gallo, creamy avocado slices, tangy pickled onions, and a sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Accompanied by three additional recipes, this article offers a comprehensive guide to crafting this Mexican masterpiece, providing variations for Pico de Gallo, Pickled Red Onions, and a zesty Guacamole, allowing you to customize your tostadas to perfection. Dive into this culinary expedition and savor the vibrant flavors of coastal Mexico.

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EASY SHRIMP TOSTADAS



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Tostadas are crisply fried tortillas topped with various ingredients.

Provided by Land O'Lakes

Categories     Shellfish     Shrimp     Main Course     Seafood     Meat, poultry, and seafood     Seafood     Meat, poultry, and seafood

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon Land O Lakes® Butter
1 package (about 21 to 30) frozen large peeled deveined shrimp, thawed, rinsed, drained
Salt, if desired
Pepper, if desired
4 (6-inch) tostada shells
1 cup coleslaw mix *
1/4 cup prepared creamy southwest salad dressing

Steps:

  • Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling; add shrimp. Cook just 2-3 minutes or until shrimp are pink. Remove from heat; season lightly with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Combine coleslaw mix and dressing in bowl.
  • Place tostada shells onto individual serving plates. Top each with 1/4 cooked shrimp and 1/4 cup coleslaw mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 100 milligrams, Sodium 560 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 11 grams

SHRIMP TOSTADAS



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These easy Shrimp Tostadas are loaded with black beans, avocado, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. This easy Mexican dinner recipe can be made in under 20 minutes!

Provided by Christy Denney

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup corn, (frozen, fresh, or canned)
1/3 cup red onion, (diced)
1 large tomato, (diced)
1 avocado, (diced)
2 tablespoons cilantro, (chopped)
1 lime, (juiced)
1 lb medium uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 tostadas
1 (15 ounce) can Old El Paso black refried beans ((if gluten-free make sure to check bean label))
1 1/2 cups shredded mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • For the Salsa: Add the corn, tomato, onion, avocado, cilantro, and lime juice to a small bowl. Toss to combine and add salt and pepper to taste. Chill in the fridge until serving.
  • In a medium bowl, add the shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread a thin layer of black beans on each tostada and sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 4-6 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • While tostadas are baking, cook shrimp in a large skillet for 2-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
  • To assemble, top warm tostadas with warm shrimp and top with salsa. Eat immediately.

SHRIMP TOSTADAS WITH AVOCADO SALSA



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"Try this quick and easy entrée for a fun, different Southwest meal idea," suggesets Karen Gulkin of Greeley, Colorado. "A splash of lime in the black beans balances the rich avocado salsa and shrimp."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped, divided
1 tablespoon water
3 teaspoons lime juice, divided
2 teaspoons blackened seasoning, divided
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small navel orange, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
6 tostada shells
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons avocado, water, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning and cumin. Set aside 1/4 cup beans; add remaining beans to avocado mixture and mash with a fork. Stir in reserved whole beans. Set aside., For salsa, in a small bowl, combine orange, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and the remaining avocado and 2 teaspoons lime juice. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Place tostada shells on ungreased baking sheets; spread with bean mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake until bean mixture is heated through and cheese is melted, 4-6 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and remaining 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 4-6 minutes. Arrange over tostada shells; serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 446mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP & AVOCADO TOSTADAS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: corn tortillas, olive oil, shrimp, english cucumber, tomato, avocado, red onion, lemon, lime, fresh cilantro, salt, serrano pepper

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 tostadas

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 corn tortillas
olive oil, to taste
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup english cucumber, diced
1 cup tomato, diced
1 avocado, diced
1 cup red onion, diced
1 lemon, juiced
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
salt, to taste
1 serrano pepper, finely chopped, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
  • Lay the corn tortillas on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
  • Bake the tortillas for 5 minutes and then flip them over continue baking another 5 minutes. The tostadas should be brown and crispy. Set the pan aside to cool.
  • Roughly chop the shrimp and transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the cucumber, tomato, avocado, red onion, lemon juice, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and serrano chile (optional), and stir to combine.
  • Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  • Spoon the shrimp mixture onto the tostadas.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SHRIMP-AVOCADO TOSTADAS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
3 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes), plus wedges for serving
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying
1 large clove garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 corn tortillas
3 avocados
3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream and diced tomato, for topping

Steps:

  • Toast the chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat, turning often, until they soften slightly, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl and cover with hot water; let sit 15 minutes.
  • Transfer the chiles and 3 tablespoons of the soaking water to a blender. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of the lime juice, 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil, the garlic, oregano, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon each of the cayenne and salt; puree until almost smooth. Toss with the shrimp in a large bowl; refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat about 1/4 inch vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. One at a time, fry the tortillas, flipping once, until golden brown and crisp, about 1 minute. Remove to paper towels to drain.
  • Halve and pit the avocados; scoop the flesh into a bowl and mash. Mix in the scallion whites, 1 1/2 tablespoons of the lime juice, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, the cilantro and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until just opaque, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and drizzle with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon lime juice.
  • Spread the mashed avocado mixture on the tostadas. Top with the shrimp, some sour cream and diced tomato, and the scallion greens. Serve with lime wedges.

SHRIMP TOSTADAS



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Make and share this Shrimp Tostadas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 tostadas

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, shelled, deveined, rinsed, and drained
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium poblano pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced
1 medium bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 medium lime, cut into wedges
6 (6 inch) corn tortillas
cooking spray
1 cup lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup guacamole
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees. Cover a large baking sheet with foil. Lay tortillas on sheet and spray with cooking spray. Turn over and spray other side. When oven is heated, bake for 10-15 minutes or until light golden brown. They may still appear floppy, but will become crispy as they cool. Remove and place on plate covered with paper towels. Blot with a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cumin, garlic powder, pepper, salt, chili powder, brown sugar, and oregano. Put the olive oil in a ziptop bag and mix in all but 1 tablespoon of the spice mix. Add the garlic and shrimp; massage to coat. Set aside.
  • Heat a 12-inch sauté pan over medium-high heat, and, when hot, coat with cooking spray. Add the sliced onion and sauté until softened and fragrant and starting to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the chile and bell pepper and continue to sauté for 2 minutes. Add the remaining spice mixture and sauté until the onion and chiles are tender but not mushy, another 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Return the skillet to medium high heat and add the shrimp. Cook, stirring frequently, until the shrimp are cooked through, 2-3 minutes. Add the sautéed vegetables; toss to combine and reheat.
  • Spread a small amount of guacamole on tostada. Spread a small amount of sour cream over guacamole, then add some lettuce. Add some sauteed vegetables and top with shrimp. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  • Serve with additional sour cream and guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 152.8, Sodium 972.1, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.2, Protein 18.4

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and succulent shrimp for the best results. Look for shrimp that are firm to the touch and have a slight briny smell.
  • Cook the shrimp properly to avoid overcooking and becoming tough. Shrimp should be cooked quickly over high heat until they are just opaque and slightly pink in the center.
  • Use a variety of toppings to add flavor and texture to your tostadas. Some popular options include avocado, salsa, sour cream, shredded lettuce, and chopped tomatoes.
  • Serve the tostadas immediately after they are assembled to prevent the chips from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Shrimp tostadas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a quick weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give shrimp tostadas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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