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Shrimp Tostadas with Creamy Avocado Crema

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • For the Avocado Crema
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • Salt to taste
  • 2–3 tablespoons water, as needed
  • For Assembly
  • 8 tostada shells
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Season the Shrimp : In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
  • Step 2: Cook the Shrimp : Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
  • Step 3: Make the Avocado Crema : Blend avocado, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water until smooth and creamy.
  • Step 4: Prepare Toppings : Chop lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Set aside.
  • Step 5: Assemble the Tostadas : Spread avocado crema on each tostada shell. Top with shrimp, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
  • Step 6: Serve Immediately : Serve while tostadas are crisp and fresh.