Loading...Pump up your basic tostada with fresh California Avocados and jumbo shrimp.
California Avocado Shrimp Tostadas
Total Time:
15min
Cook Time:
15min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
420
Calories
30
g
Total Fat
19
g
Protein
115
mg
Cholesterol
550
mg
Sodium
Ingredients
Serves:
4
| 3/4 | cup | beer |
| 3 | bay leaves | |
| 1/2 | tsp. | celery seeds |
| 1/2 | tsp. | cayenne |
| 1/2 | tsp. | salt |
| 1/2 | lb. | domestic, wild-caught jumbo shrimp, peeled and cleaned |
| 2 | ripe, fresh California Avocados, seeded, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice | |
| 1 | Roma tomato, finely diced | |
| 1/4 | cup | Finely diced red onion |
| 1 | small carrot, peeled and finely diced | |
| 1 | jalapeño, stem and seeds removed, finely diced | |
| 1/2 | handful | cilantro, finely chopped |
| 1 1/2 | limes, juiced | |
| 3 | Tbsp. | Extra virgin olive oil |
| As needed | Salt, to taste | |
| As needed | Ground black pepper, to taste | |
| As needed | Canola oil, for frying | |
| 4 | (6-inch) corn tortillas | |
| 4 | romaine lettuce leaves, finely julienned |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Combine beer, bay leaves, celery seeds, cayenne and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add shrimp and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until just turning pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from liquid, cool to room temperature, and cut into 1/2-inch dice.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp with avocado, tomato, onion, carrot, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Stir gently, taste, and adjust seasonings as necessary. Chill thoroughly.
- Meanwhile, pour oil to a depth of ½-inch in a small pan for frying. Fry the tortillas on both sides until crisp and drain on paper towels.
- To serve, divide julienned lettuce evenly between each crispy corn tortilla. Top with avocado shrimp mixture and serve immediately.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Copyright © 2012, Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, www.bordergrill.com.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 420
Total Fat 30 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 3.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat 20 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5 g
Total Carbs 0 g
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Total Sugar 0 g
Protein 19 g
Cholesterol 115 mg
Sodium 550 mg
Potassium 740 mg
Vitamin A 2113 IU; Vitamin C 26 mg; Calcium 96 mg; Iron 3.7 mg; Vitamin D 86 IU; Folate 100 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.8 g
% Daily Value*: Total Fat 46%; Vitamin A 40%; Vitamin C 45%; Calcium 10%; Iron 20%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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