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Close-up of several Cajun Shrimp Guacamole Tortilla Bites featuring seasoned shrimp on top of bright green guacamole in crisp shells.

Cajun Shrimp Guacamole Tortilla Bites


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 35 min
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Small, flavorful bites featuring Cajun seasoned shrimp, fresh guacamole, and crispy tortilla shells.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mash avocados.
  4. Mix in red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro with the mashed avocado. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Lightly spray both sides of the corn tortillas with cooking spray.
  6. Bake tortillas on a baking sheet at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8-10 minutes, or until crisp and slightly curved. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  7. Once tortillas are cool enough to handle, spoon a small amount of guacamole into each shell.
  8. Top each bite with 2-3 pieces of cooked Cajun shrimp.

Notes

  • You can substitute pre-cooked shrimp if you prefer a faster preparation time.
  • If you like more heat, leave some seeds in the jalapeño.
  • Bake the tortillas directly on the oven rack for maximum crispness.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7.5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 85

Keywords: Cajun shrimp, guacamole, tortilla bites, appetizer, seafood, corn tortillas