California Avocado Shrimp Tostadas

California Avocado Shrimp Tostadas
  • Author: Gaby Dalkin

These crispy corn tortillas are filled with a delicious combination of creamy mashed avocado, zesty lime juice, savory refried beans, charred corn kernels, and perfectly cooked shrimp. The flavors blend beautifully to create a mouthwatering dish that's perfect for a festive meal or a casual dinner at home. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a burst of fresh, flavorful ingredients that are sure to delight your taste buds.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 4 small corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup grape seed oil
  • 3 California Avocado
  • 3 tbsp chopped chives
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 4 ears of corn, grilled and kernels removed
  • 1/2 lb medium sized shrimp, peeled and de-veined
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 small corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup grape seed oil
  • 3 California Avocado
  • 3 tbsp chopped chives
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 4 ears of corn, grilled and kernels removed
  • 1/2 lb medium sized shrimp, peeled and de-veined
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat until almost smoking. Add the tortillas into the oil, one at a time, and fry on each side for about 2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with tongs and set aside to dry on a paper towel. Repeat process with other corn tortillas.
  • In a small bowl, place the avocado and chives and lime juice. Mash with a fork, season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Toss the shrimp with the cayenne and garlic powder as well as salt and pepper. Sauté in a medium skillet with 2 tablespoons of oil for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked.
  • Spread the 1/4 cup of refried beans on top of each tortilla.
  • Sprinkle on the charred corn
  • Spread a layer of the mashed avocado chive mixture on top.
  • Top the mashed avocado with the pico
  • Finish with a few shrimp.
  • Season with salt and pepper if needed.

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Nutrition

  • Calories: 684 kcal
  • Carbohydrate Content: 44 g
  • Protein Content: 20 g
  • Fat Content: 51 g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 8 g
  • Trans Fat Content: 0.2 g
  • Cholesterol Content: 91 mg
  • Sodium Content: 641 mg
  • Fiber Content: 15 g
  • Sugar Content: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat Content: 40 g
  • Serving Size: 1 serving