Quick Spicy Shrimp Tostadas

1Ingredients

• 1 lbLarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbspOlive oil
• 1 tspChili powder
• 0.5 tspGround cumin
• 0.5 tspSmoked paprika
• 0.5 tspGarlic powder
• 0.5 tspSalt
• 0.3 tspBlack pepper
• 1Lime
• 8 countTostada shells
• 2 countRipe avocados
• 0.5 countSmall red onion, finely diced
• 0.3 cupFresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 countJalapeño, deseeded and minced (optional, for extra heat)
• 0.5 cupSour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)

2Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

   ⏱ 3 min
2. 2

   In a separate bowl, mash the ripe avocados with the juice of half a lime. Stir in the finely diced red onion and half of the chopped fresh cilantro. If desired, mix in the minced jalapeño for extra spice. Season with additional salt to taste.

   ⏱ 5 min
3. 3

   Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid crowding the pan). Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Squeeze the juice of the remaining half lime over the cooked shrimp.

   ⏱ 7 min
4. 4

   To assemble, spread a generous layer of the avocado mash onto each tostada shell. Top with the warm, spicy cooked shrimp.

   ⏱ 3 min
5. 5

   Drizzle each tostada with sour cream or Greek yogurt and sprinkle with the remaining chopped cilantro. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

   ⏱ 2 min