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Shrimp Tostadas

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Shrimp Tostadas are an elegant and easy recipe made with black beans and guacamole.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen raw shrimp, thawed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • 4 Tostada Shells
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1 cup shredded Muenster cheese
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation:

In large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 6-7 minutes. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp are almost cooked. Add black beans and salsa; cook until shrimp are cooked and mixture is hot.

Heat or fry Tostada Shells. Top with hot shrimp mixture, then with Guacamole and remaining ingredients as desired. Serves 4

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