Grilled Shrimp Tostones with Guacamole

Grilled Shrimp Tostones with Guacamole is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines marinated grilled shrimp, crispy twice-fried plantains (tostones), and creamy guacamole. This recipe offers a delightful fusion of textures and tastes, making it perfect as an appetizer or a light main course.

Ingredients

For the Grilled Shrimp:

• 12 large raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed

• 2 tablespoons Kikkoman Soy Sauce

• 2 tablespoons lime juice

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• ½ teaspoon cumin

• Pinch of cayenne pepper
  
  

For the Tostones:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 green plantains, peeled and sliced into 1-inch pieces

• Salt to taste
  
  

For the Guacamole:

• 2 ripe avocados

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro

• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

• ½ teaspoon salt
  
  

Instructions

1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Stir to coat and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the Tostones: While the shrimp marinates, heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add plantain slices and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate to cool slightly, leaving the oil in the pan.

3. Flatten the Plantains: Place two pieces of plantain between a sheet of parchment paper and press to flatten using the bottom of a mug.

4. Fry the Tostones Again: Return the pan to medium heat. Add the flattened plantain slices and cook for 3 minutes on each side until lightly browned and crisp. Transfer to a large plate and sprinkle with salt.

5. Make the Guacamole: In a bowl, mash the avocados until slightly chunky. Stir in red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.

6. Grill the Shrimp: Preheat the grill to 400°F (204°C). Drain the marinade and place the shrimp in a grilling basket or tray. Grill for 10–12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the shrimp are cooked through. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.

7. Assemble the Dish: Spread a spoonful of guacamole on each toston and top with a piece of grilled shrimp. Serve immediately.
   
   

Serving & Nutritional Information

• Yield: 12 servings

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 24 minutes

• Total Time: 44 minutes
  
  

Note: Specific nutritional information is not provided in the original recipe. For detailed nutritional analysis, consider using a nutritional calculator or consulting with a nutritionist.