Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas
Make Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas, a Mexican dinner recipe with large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tostada shells, green cabbage. It has about 25 min, about 400 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas is a Mexican dinner recipe that takes about 25 min, makes 4 servings, has about 400 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonZesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 tostada shells
- 0.5 head green cabbage
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- to taste hot sauce
How to make Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas
- First, prepare the slaw. Thinly slice half a head of green cabbage, finely dice the medium red bell pepper, and thinly slice a quarter of a medium red onion. Place all prepared vegetables into a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of lime juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to create the dressing for the slaw. Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the large bowl and toss well to combine. Set aside to marinate while you cook the shrimp.
- Pat the 1 lb of peeled and deveined large shrimp very dry with paper towels to ensure they sear properly. In a separate bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 0.5 teaspoon of ground cumin, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, and a pinch more salt and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the hot pan. Once shimmering, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turn opaque pink and curl into a C-shape. Do not overcook, or they will become rubbery.
- While the shrimp cook, warm the 8 tostada shells briefly in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for about 30 seconds per side, or arrange them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes until crisp.
- To assemble the tostadas, spread a generous layer of the zesty cabbage slaw onto each warmed tostada shell.
- Arrange an equal portion of the cooked shrimp on top of the slaw for each tostada.
- Garnish with freshly chopped 1/4 cup of cilantro, diced avocado if using, and a drizzle of hot sauce for an extra kick. Serve immediately for best crispness.
Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas FAQ
How do I make Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas?
Make Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas?
The main ingredients include large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tostada shells, green cabbage, red bell pepper, red onion. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas take?
This recipe takes about 25 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Zesty Shrimp & Cabbage Slaw Tostadas?
Recipe Genius estimates about 400 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.