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Chili Lime Shrimp Tostadas with Chipotle Mayo Recipe

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These Chili Lime Shrimp Tostadas with Chipotle Mayo are a vibrant and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish perfect for a fresh and zesty meal. Juicy shrimp are marinated with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and lime, then grilled to perfection and served on crispy grilled corn tortillas with a spicy chipotle mayo, fresh vegetables, and crumbled queso fresco for a deliciously balanced texture and taste.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Marinade

  • 2 lbs large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Zest of 1 lime

Tostadas

  • 12 yellow corn tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for brushing

Chipotle Mayo

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt to taste

Toppings

  • 3 cups shredded lettuce
  • 2 large tomatoes, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 avocados, sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and place in a large bowl. Toss with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, lime juice, and lime zest. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to absorb the bold flavors.
  2. Prepare Chipotle Mayo: In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, minced garlic, fresh lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use to let the flavors meld.
  3. Grill Tortillas: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F). Lightly brush both sides of each corn tortilla with vegetable oil. Grill tortillas for 1-2 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Grill Shrimp: Place the marinated shrimp directly on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and curl slightly. Avoid overcooking to keep shrimp juicy and tender.
  5. Prepare Fresh Toppings: While shrimp cook, shred the lettuce, dice the tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, slice the avocados, and crumble the queso fresco. Wash and roughly chop fresh cilantro as desired.
  6. Assemble Tostadas: Spread a layer of guacamole or sliced avocado on each crispy tortilla. Arrange grilled shrimp on top, then drizzle generously with the chipotle mayo. Scatter diced tomatoes, sliced onion, queso fresco, and cilantro over the shrimp. Serve immediately with lime wedges for an extra burst of freshness.

Notes

  • Marinating the shrimp for longer (up to 30 minutes) enhances flavor but avoid exceeding this to prevent the lime juice from ‘cooking’ the shrimp.
  • If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan on the stovetop or broil the shrimp and tortillas in the oven.
  • To keep tortillas crisp longer, assemble just before serving.
  • Adjust the number of chipotle peppers in mayo according to your heat preference.
  • For a dairy-free version, omit queso fresco or substitute with vegan cheese.

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