Description
A delightful Shrimp Quesadilla filled with savory shrimp, melted cheese, and fresh herbs, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, cleaned and deveined
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese (or sharp cheddar)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and spices. If using frozen, thaw them in cold water.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- In the same skillet, add a little more oil and sauté diced vegetables and garlic until soft.
- On half of each tortilla, layer cheese, shrimp, vegetables, and herbs. Fold tortilla.
- Cook filled tortillas in a clean skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot with salsa or guacamole.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the skillet while cooking shrimp. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, quesadilla, Mexican, family recipe, easy dinner