Shrimp Tostadas with Refried Beans
Ingredients
- For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450 g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- For the Tostadas:
- 4–6 tostada shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup refried beans (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- ½ avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Optional: sour cream or Mexican crema
Instructions
- Preparing the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Assembling the Tostadas: Warm tostada shells slightly in the oven or skillet for extra crispiness. Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada shell. Top with sautéed shrimp. Add shredded lettuce, diced tomato, shredded cheese, and avocado slices. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of sour cream or crema if desired.