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Avocado And Chipotle Shrimp Tostadas With Cilantro Lime Crema

Avocado And Chipotle Shrimp Tostadas With Cilantro Lime Crema
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Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful meal with these Avocado and Chipotle Shrimp Tostadas topped with a zesty cilantro lime crema. This recipe combines succulent chipotle-marinated shrimp, creamy avocado, crunchy red cabbage, and a tangy crema to create a perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and fresh flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

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For The Chipotle Shrimp

  • 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 chipotle in adobo sauce, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • ½ teaspoon coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For The Spicy Cilantro Lime Crema

  • ⅓ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle adobo sauce
  • ½ teaspoon finely minced garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving

  • 8 tortilla tostadas
  • 3 avocados, peeled, cored, and diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup shredded red cabbage
  • ¼ cup queso fresco or other crumbly cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chipotle Shrimp: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, lime juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Toss the shrimp in the mixture until evenly coated and let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn opaque and are cooked through, approximately 3 minutes, tossing once halfway through to cook evenly.
  3. Make the Spicy Cilantro Lime Crema: In a bowl, whisk together plain yogurt, lime juice, finely chopped cilantro, chipotle adobo sauce, minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  4. Prepare the Avocado Mixture: Mash the avocados in a bowl and mix in diced red onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste until combined well.
  5. Assemble the Tostadas: Spread a layer of the avocado mixture on each tortilla tostada. Top with shredded red cabbage, then layer the cooked chipotle shrimp on top. Drizzle with the prepared spicy cilantro lime crema. Finally, sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over each tostada and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add additional chipotle peppers or adobo sauce to the shrimp marinade.
  • Use corn tostadas for a gluten-free option.
  • Plain Greek yogurt can be substituted for plain yogurt to increase protein content.
  • Prepare the spicy cilantro lime crema a few hours ahead to allow flavors to meld.
  • Leftover shrimp can be stored for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

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