Grilled Shrimp Tostadas Guacamole (Printable Version)
Crispy tostadas layered with spiced grilled shrimp, homemade guacamole, and fresh pico de gallo for a quick Mexican-inspired meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Shrimp Marinade
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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon cumin
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Guacamole
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1 ripe avocado
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1/2 lime, juiced
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
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1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
→ Pico de Gallo
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1 medium tomato, diced
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1/4 cup red onion, diced
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1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
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1/2 lime, juiced
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Base
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8 tostada shells
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
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In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well coated.
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Thread the shrimp onto skewers for easier grilling.
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Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through. Remove from the grill and set aside.
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In a separate bowl, mash the avocado and mix in lime juice, cilantro, and garlic salt to make the guacamole. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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In another bowl, combine the diced tomato, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and black pepper to create the pico de gallo. Mix well.
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Spread a generous layer of guacamole on each tostada shell, top with grilled shrimp, and finish with a spoonful of pico de gallo.
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Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
# Notes:
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For best results, prepare the pico de gallo and guacamole while the grill is heating to allow flavors to meld.
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You can substitute store-bought tostada shells with corn tortillas baked or fried until crisp.