Ingredients
– 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1/2 cup chopped onion
– 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
– 2 cloves minced garlic
– 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (or 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper as an alternative)
– 6-8 medium flour tortillas
– 1 to 2 cups melting cheese such as mozzarella, cheddar, or a Mexican blend
Instructions
1-Getting started with shrimp quesadillas begins with gathering your ingredients and prepping them for success. First, peel and devein the shrimp, then chop the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to make everything move smoothly. Heating the olive oil in a skillet sets the stage for building those flavorful layers.
2-Next, season your shrimp with taco seasoning or the spice mix and sauté the veggies first for about a minute until they smell amazing. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, which takes just 2 to 3 minutes. This keeps them tender and prevents overcooking, a key tip for the best results.
3-Now for assembly: Lay out your tortillas, sprinkle cheese on one side, add the shrimp mixture, and top with more cheese before folding. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and crispy. Serve warm with sides like sour cream or guacamole for a complete meal that takes about 15 minutes total.
Last Step:
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🔥 Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender.
🦐 Use peeled and deveined shrimp for convenience and best texture.
🌶️ Add jalapeños for extra heat or black beans and diced tomatoes for added bulk and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Snack
- Method: Sautéing, Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla