Go Back
A plate of mini shrimp tostadas garnished with avocado and cilantro.

Classic Mini Shrimp Tostadas

These classic mini shrimp tostadas are bursting with flavor. Made with seasoned shrimp, crispy tortillas, and fresh toppings, they are perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 12–15 Mini corn tortillas ≈2-inch diameter
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • ½ tsp Ground cumin
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lime juice
  • ½ tsp Kosher salt
  • Pinch Black pepper
  • ½ cup Plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ Avocado, mashed
  • 1 cup Diced tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, salt
  • ¼ cup Crumbled Queso fresco

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat the shrimp dry, then marinate it in a bowl with lime juice, chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for 10 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then cook tortillas one at a time for 30 seconds per side until crisp and golden brown; transfer to paper towels.

Notes

Serve immediately for best crispiness. Adjust spice level by adding more or less jalapeño to the salsa. Skip the yogurt for a dairy-free option.