Tostadas de Camarón Seco (Shrimp Tostadas)

Tostadas de Camarón Seco (Shrimp Tostadas)

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A mix of dried shrimp, eggs, and tangy achiote makes an intensely savory topping for fried tortillas in this simple dish, eaten as an appetizer or snack in coastal Oaxaca.

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Cooking tools:

  • Food processor
  • Deep-fry thermometer
  • Dutch oven
  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoon
  • Spoon
  • Slotted spoon
  • Tongs
  • Paper towel
  • Serving platter

Ingredients

  • 4 oz. Mexican dried shrimp (available at Melissa's)
  • 1 tsp. achiote paste, such as El Yucateco
  • 3 jalapeños, stemmed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 large white onion, roughly chopped
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 2 tbsp. canola oil, plus more for frying
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • Roughly chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish

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