Quick and Easy Shrimp Tostadas
Experience the tantalizing taste of the sea with these vibrant shrimp tostadas. Light, crispy, and piled high with zesty toppings, they’re a delightful main dish that’s as fun to assemble as it is to enjoy.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 444kcal
Ingredients
- 14 oz (397 g) of fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
- 8 (8) tostada shells
- 2 tablespoons (2 tablespoons) of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (1 tablespoon) of lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 7 oz (200 g) refried beans
- 1 (1) avocado, sliced
- 3.5 oz (100 g) iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 (1) medium tomato, diced
- 1.7 oz (50 g) of cotija cheese, or feta cheese if cotija is unavailable
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preparation of Prawns: In a medium bowl, toss the prawns with olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Cooking the prawns
- Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the prawns and sauté until they are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Warming the Tostada Shells
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the tostada shells on a baking tray and warm in the oven for about 3-5 minutes. Be mindful not to let them brown.
Assembly of Tostadas
- Spread a layer of refried beans on each warm tostada shell. Top with a layer of shredded lettuce, followed by the cooked prawns, diced tomato, and avocado slices.
Final Touches
- Crumble cotija cheese over each tostada, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Variation: For a spicy kick, toss your prawns with a dash of chili powder before cooking, or drizzle the finished tostadas with your favorite hot sauce.
Prawn Substitute: You can replace prawns with other seafood like fish or even scallops.
Vegetarian Option: Substitute prawns with grilled tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian tostada.
Serving Suggestion: Consider serving with a side of Mexican rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 1209mg | Potassium: 554mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 727IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 2mg
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