Charred Shrimp & Avocado Toast with Lime Crema
Ingredients
- 1 poundshrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 2avocado
- 4 slicesbread (sourdough or crusty)
- 3 tablespoonolive oil
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 2lime
- ¼ cupsour cream
- ·salt
- ·black pepper
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- ¼ cupcilantro
Prep
- 01
Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done.
- 02
Mince 3 cloves garlic.
- 03
Cut 2 limes in half for juicing.
- 04
Roughly chop about 1/4 cup cilantro.
Method
- 01
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Working in two batches, cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and charred on the edges. Transfer to a plate.
- 02
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, juice of 1 lime, salt, and pepper to taste. Set the lime crema aside.
- 03
Toast the bread slices until golden and crispy.
- 04
Halve each avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash lightly with a fork, then season with salt, pepper, and juice from the remaining lime.
- 05
Spread the mashed avocado onto each toast slice. Top with a portion of the charred shrimp, a drizzle of lime crema, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and a scatter of fresh cilantro.
Spice Tips
For a kick, stir a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika into the lime crema, or top with thinly sliced jalapeño. A dash of hot sauce drizzled over the toast adds brightness and heat.
This comes together in under 20 minutes. You can prep the lime crema and cilantro up to a few hours ahead. For extra richness, add a dollop of crème fraîche instead of sour cream.