Description
This Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Quesadilla recipe combines succulent, spiced shrimp with a delicious blend of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses all melted inside crispy, golden flour tortillas. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect easy-to-make meal for a satisfying lunch or dinner that brings bold flavors together effortlessly.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lime, juiced
Quesadilla
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the cooked shrimp to enhance their flavor.
- Prepare the skillet: Wipe the skillet clean to remove any residue from cooking the shrimp. Add butter to the skillet and return it to medium heat.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Place one flour tortilla in the skillet. On half of the tortilla, sprinkle a mixture of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, then add half of the cooked shrimp evenly over the cheese. Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Cook the quesadilla: Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy. While cooking, press down gently with a spatula to help the quesadilla crisp up and the cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Repeat for the second quesadilla: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and set it aside. Repeat the assembling and cooking process with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and shrimp to make the second quesadilla.
- Serve: Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately while hot and melty.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor enhancement on shrimp.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or use a spicy chili powder.
- Make sure to press the quesadilla gently while cooking to achieve a crispy texture.
- Feel free to add chopped cilantro or diced jalapeños for extra freshness and heat.
- These quesadillas can be served with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: shrimp quesadilla, garlic butter shrimp, quick dinner, Mexican cuisine, easy quesadilla recipe
