Smoky Shrimp Tostadas Are Perfect for Summer

Smoky Shrimp Tostadas Are Perfect for Summer
Grill the shrimp to get that smoky essence. Jason Donnelly/TNS
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Grilling gives these shrimp tostadas a boost of smoky flavor. Skewering the shrimp prevents them from falling through the grates while getting even char on each side. If you have a grill basket, you can throw them in that instead; just make sure to get them into a single layer so they don’t steam.

Grilled Shrimp Tostadas

Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes

Serves 4
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp (21-25 count)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 teaspoons chile-lime seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup guacamole
  • 1 to 2 jalapeño peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Crumbled cotija cheese and sour cream, for serving

Preheat grill to medium-high.

Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon oil, the chile-lime seasoning, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Thread onto four 12-inch metal skewers. Brush both sides of each tortilla with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil.

Grill the shrimp until lightly browned and cooked through, flipping once, about 4 minutes. Grill the tortillas until lightly charred and crispy, flipping once, about 2 minutes.

Top the tortillas with cabbage, guacamole, jalapeño, and the grilled shrimp. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with cotija cheese and sour cream, if desired.

Recipe nutrition per serving: 364 Calories, Total Fat: 17 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 183 mg, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Fiber: 7 g, Total Sugars: 2 g, Protein: 27 g, Sodium: 629 mg, Potassium: 739 mg, Vitamin A: 467 IU.

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