Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 15 mins | Servings: 8
If you have not tried or tasted these shrimp quesadillas yet you are already missing out! These have the perfect, mouthwatering combo of spicy shrimp, sauteed onions & bell peppers, garlic, and melted cheese crisped in a golden and crispy tortilla. Enjoy these tasty shrimp quesadillas while hot with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole. Make sure to give this simple recipe a try soon!
INGREDIENTS :
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6-8 Medium flour tortillas
- 1/2 c. onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 c. melting cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, Mexican blend, or Monterey Jack
- 1/2 c. bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp or 1 tbsp chili powder and 1/2 tsp EACH garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, paprika, ground cumin, salt,
- black pepper
DIRECTIONS :
Step 1: In a large skillet or pan, heat 1 tbsp oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion to the skillet/pan along with bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for about a minute, stirring often, until tender.
Step 2: To the skillet/pan, add the shrimp and taco seasoning. Continue to cook for a minute or two more or until the shrimp starts to turn pink.
Step 3: To a bowl, transfer the mixture. Then, rinse the pan and wipe it dry using a paper towel.
Step 4: To heat, return the pan and brush with around 1 tsp vegetable oil or spray with cooking spray. Lay the tortilla in the pan and sprinkle one side of the tortilla with cheese. Spoon enough shrimp (about 5 to 6 pieces) and sprinkle with more cheese. Fold the tortilla in half. Cook the quesadilla for about 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden and crispy. Do the same for the rest of the tortillas.
Step 5: Serve the shrimp quesadillas right away with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole. Enjoy!
