Seared Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado Salsa Recipe

Name: Seared Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined; 6 teaspoons vegetable oil; 3 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno chili; 1 large garlic clove, pressed; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 4 9- to 10-inch-diameter flour tortillas; 1 cup diced plum tomatoes; 3 tablespoons diced avocado; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 6 cups shredded red leaf lettuce; 1 cup (packed) fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 cup thinly sliced seeded peeled cucumber; 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Servings: persons

12 ounces uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
6 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno chili
1 large garlic clove, pressed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 9- to 10-inch-diameter flour tortillas
1 cup diced plum tomatoes
3 tablespoons diced avocado
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
6 cups shredded red leaf lettuce
1 cup (packed) fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup thinly sliced seeded peeled cucumber
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1
Mix shrimp, 2 teaspoons oil, jalapeno, garlic and cumin in bowl.
2
Chill at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
3
Preheat oven to 350F.
4
Brush tortillas on each side with 1/2 teaspoon oil.
5
Place on nonstick baking sheet.
6
Bake until tortillas are crisp, about 20 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, mix tomatoes, avocado and chopped cilantro in small bowl.
8
Season salsa with salt and pepper.
9
Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl; toss together.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Heat large nonstick skillet over high heat.
12
Add shrimp mixture; saute until just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
13
Divide salad among tortillas.
14
Top with shrimp.
15
Spoon salsa atop each.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined, 6 teaspoons vegetable oil, 3 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno chili, 1 large garlic clove, pressed, and more.

Yes, Seared Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Seared Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado Salsa

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