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Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Creamy Avocado Recipe

Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Creamy Avocado Recipe
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These Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Creamy Avocado are a perfect balance of flavors and textures, combining juicy grilled shrimp with a creamy avocado topping on crispy corn tostadas. A delicious and easy-to-make Mexican-inspired dish that’s ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends.

Ingredients

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For the Grilled Shrimp:

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Creamy Avocado Topping:

  • 8 small corn tostadas
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Serving:

  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Prepare the Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Set aside.
  3. Make the Avocado Topping: Blend avocado, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt until smooth.
  4. Assemble the Tostadas: Spread avocado mixture on each tostada. Top with lettuce, grilled shrimp, tomatoes, and queso fresco. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Notes

  • For added heat, consider adding sliced jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Tostadas can be lightly toasted in the oven for extra crispiness.

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