Gordon Ramsay's Shrimp Tostadas
A vibrant Mexican-inspired dish featuring Gordon Ramsay's Prawn Tostadas, where succulent prawns are served on crispy corn tortillas with fresh avocado, zesty lime, and colorful toppings. The recipe combines the chef's signature bold flavors with traditional Mexican elements, creating a light yet satisfying appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
- 11 oz Fresh Prawns
- 2 cloves Garlic, sliced
- 1 oz Chilli Flakes
- 4 oz Radish, quartered
- 4 oz Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 oz Spring Onions, sliced
- 2 oz Baby Gem Lettuce, shredded
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- 1 Lime, juiced
- 1/2 oz Coriander, chopped
- 2 Tortillas
- Olive Oil, as needed
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Marinate the Prawns:
- Marinate the prawns in a bowl with the sliced garlic, a pinch of chili flakes, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Mix well and set aside to marinate.
Prepare the Salad:
- Cut the radishes into quarters and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice the spring onions and add them to a salad bowl.
- Season the salad ingredients with salt and pepper.
- Add sliced chili, avocado, and shredded baby gem lettuce to the bowl.
- Drizzle the juice of one lime and some olive oil over the salad.
- Add the chopped coriander and mix everything.
Cook the Prawns:
- Heat a teaspoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the marinated prawns and fry until they are nicely colored and cooked.
Prepare the Tortillas:
- In a hot pan, dry fry the tortillas until they are warm and slightly crispy.
Assemble the Tostadas:
- Place the prepared salad onto the tortillas.
- Top each tortilla with the cooked prawns.
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Notes
Season the prawns just before cooking, not in advance, to prevent them from becoming tough and rubbery.