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Mexican Shrimp Tostadas

August 1, 2023 • 0 comments

Mexican Shrimp Tostadas
Mexican shrimp tostadas are a fun and tasty handheld food that the whole family can enjoy! Adults and kids will love adding their own toppings :)
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  • Servings: 10

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place shrimp on paper towels to dry until needed.
  2. Mix garlic, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Place shrimp in a large bowl and add spices and garlic to the shrimp coating well.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 Tbsp of Butter or Ghee until very hot.
  5. Add the shrimp and spread out evenly. The shrimp will cook quickly, cook 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
  6. Remove the shrimp from the pan.
  7. Add 1 Tbsp of butter to the same pan.
  8. Add diced onion and sauté for 2 minutes or until clear and translucent.
  9. Add the shrimp back in with the fresh lime juice and cilantro.Toss to combine just until the shrimp are warm.
  10. Remove from heat and serve warm over tostadas. 
  11. Add mashed avocado to each tostada and top with shrimp, tomatoes, jalapeños and greek yogurt or any of your favorite toppings.

Tostadas Directions

*Prepare the tostadas right before cooking the shrimp.

  1. Add 1-2 Tbsp Ghee in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. 
  2. Add small street tortillas to the pan flipping after about 30 seconds. 
  3. Cook until browned and crispy. 

Notes:

  • Optional toppings - shredded cheese, refried beans, lettuce, salsa, hot sauce, fermented red cabbage, extra cilantro and lime. 
  • This shrimp can also be served with Mexican rice or in a salad for a low-carb option. 
  • Pre-packaged tostadas are also available at most stores if you prefer not to fry the tortillas. 
  • 1 lb of shrimp makes 10 tostadas with 4 pieces of shrimp on each shell.

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