BBQ Shrimp Tostadas
These Pesceterian BBQ Shrimp Tostadas! Juicy, smoky grilled shrimp piled high on crispy almond flour tortillas, drizzled with a tangy BBQ sauce. A cool and crunchy pickle cabbage slaw adds a refreshing counterpoint to the savory flavors, while a creamy avocado mash brings a touch of richness. This gluten-free recipe is a healthy and flavorful showstopper, perfect for anyone following a pescetarian diet!
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer can use grill, pan or oven too.
- 1 Pan
Ingredients
Tostada
- Almond Flour Tortillas I use Siete - you can sub for corn tortillas.
- 1 Mashed Avocado
- 1 glug Avocado Oil Chosen foods brand is my favorite
BBQ Shrimp Filling
- 2.5 lbs Wild Raw Shrimp I like the wild argentine shrimp
- 2 Tbsp BBQ Seasoning if you don't have a BBQ seasoning mix together (paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a bowl.
- 1 tsp Garlic Salt
- 1/4 c BBQ Sauce Use your favorite, low sugar sauces typically are mustard / vinegar based.
Toppings
- 1 c Shredded Cabbage can buy pre-shredded slaw mix
- 1 Fresh Squeezed Lime this will prevent avocado from browning
- 1/2 c Chopped Dill Pickles
- 1/2 Chopped White Onion
- Fresh Lime Wedges
- BBQ Sauce
Instructions
- Pat dry the shrimp and toss in a bowl, add bbq seasoning mixture, garlic salt and mix together
- Place seasoned shrimp in the air fryer at 400 for about 8-10 minutes, shaking half way through
- While the shrimp is cooking, start to assemble your slaw. Add shredded cabbage coleslaw mix into a bowl with chopped pickles and onions. Mix together and add fresh lime juice
- Once shrimp is done cooking, remove from air fryer and toss in bbq sauce to coat shrimp
- Set aside the fillings and toppings and start to assemble the tostada base
- Heat a pan to medium high heat and add a generous glug of avocado oil
- Add tortilla into the pan and let cook for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown
- Once cooked, remove from the pan and place on a cooling rack. Repeat this process for each tostada
- Next start to assemble tostadas by spreading mashed avocado on tortillas, then adding cooked saucy shrimp and top with crunchy slaw.
- Serve with fresh limes and enjoy!
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Notes
This recipe can be made in so many ways and easily customizable. Here are some ways to change it up. I can't wait for you to enjoy this new healthy summer favorite. Share with me on Instagram when you make it!
- Spice it Up: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the BBQ rub for a smoky kick.
- Herb Heaven: Garnish your finished tostadas with additional fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
- Veggie Power: Looking to add more veggies? Sauteed bell peppers or zucchini would be delicious additions.
- Tortilla Twist: Get creative with your base! Try using large romaine lettuce leaves for a low-carb option, or experiment with different gluten-free tortilla varieties like chickpea or lentil.
- Slaw Spectacular: Don't limit yourself to our slaw suggestions! Explore different flavor profiles – a mango salsa, a creamy avocado slaw, or a spicy kimchi slaw would all be delicious variations.