Baked Shrimp Tostadas Recipe

A oven-baked, crispy corn tortilla is loaded with wholesome, fresh toppings, and sautéed shrimp. This Mexican-inspired dish is easy to make for you or your family.

Does your family love easy to make Mexican-inspired meals? My kids love tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and chimichangas. Lately, they have also really been enjoying the crispy, crunchy, and delicious baked tostadas I have been making.

How to Make Tostadas Healthier

Oven Bake versus Deep Fry. Rather than deep-fry my tostada shells I prefer to oven-bake them with quick brush of corn oil as a better for you swap.

Skip the Cheese. Despite popular belief, Mexican-inspired dishes do not need to be coated in cheeses. These tostadas feature salsa and fresh cilantro to give the POP of flavor they need.

Opt for Non-fat Greek Yogurt.

I swap out sour cream for non-fat Greek yogurt whenever possible for my family. Traditional sour cream is loaded with fats that can pile on excess calories.

Add Fiber Rich Beans. While I skipped beans for this recipe, adding beans provides a lot of fiber that is perfect for heart health.

Use shrimp instead of red meat. Shrimp is a naturally low-fat food that can add a lot of flavor and protein to your meal. I cooked mine with 1 tablespoon of corn oil. This small step reduces saturated fats and cholesterol in your meals versus using butter or lard to sauté with.

Baked Shrimp Tostada Ingredients

• 1 lb of large shrimp peeled and deveined.
• 3 tablespoons corn oil (1 tablespoon is for sautéing shrimp)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 12 corn tortillas
• lime
• cilantro
• salsa
• red onion
• beans *optional
• non-fat Greek yogurt sour cream *optional

How to Make Shrimp Tostadas

Chop all your veggies and set them aside.

In a small bowl toss shrimp with seasoning (salt, pepper, onion, paprika, and garlic powder).

In a medium-sized skillet, add 1 tablespoon of corn oil and your seasoned shrimp.

Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side or until shrimp is pink and no longer translucent; set aside.

Brush each side of your tortillas with oil and set them on a large baking sheet.

Bake for 4 minutes per side at 375 degrees Fahrenheit or until golden brown and crispy. The edges will raise slightly and bubble.

Once shells are baked, add salsa, fresh veggies, cilantro, and shrimp. Squeeze with lime juice and add non-fat Greek yogurt if you please.

What to Serve with Tostadas

You can serve this meal with the following side dishes, but like tacos, these are pretty filling and do not necessarily need a side dish to make a meal.

• rice (brown or white)
• lettuce
• side salad
• baked fries
• Spanish rice
• soup
• fresh-cut veggies