Quesadillas De Camarones Shrimp Quesadillas Pioneer Woman

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Quesadillas de Camarones, a mouthwatering shrimp quesadilla recipe inspired by Pioneer Woman. Perfectly seasoned shrimp, infused with a zesty blend of cumin, chili powder, and paprika, are sautéed with garlic to create a tantalizing filling. Nestled between layers of melted Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, these quesadillas deliver the ultimate in cheesy goodness. Fresh cilantro adds a burst of herbal brightness, while golden, crispy flour tortillas hold everything together. Quick to prepare and cooked to perfection in a hot skillet, these irresistible quesadillas are ideal for a weeknight meal or casual gathering. Serve warm with lime wedges, sour cream, and salsa for a customizable, crowd-pleasing dish that's packed with Tex-Mex flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Butter
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 8 Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 Lime (cut into wedges, for serving)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0.5 cup Salsa (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Season the shrimp with cumin, chili powder, paprika, and salt. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet.

Step 4

Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel (optional) and lower the heat to medium.

Step 6

Lay a flour tortilla on a clean surface. Sprinkle a layer of Monterey Jack cheese and cheddar cheese over one half of the tortilla.

Step 7

Chop the cooked shrimp into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on top of the cheese. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling and press gently to seal.

Step 9

Place the quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.

Step 11

Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm with lime wedges, sour cream, and salsa, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1498.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3191.2

Total Fat 183.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 1299.8mg	0%
Sodium 7109.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.8g
Protein 225.3g	0%

Vitamin D 50.2IU	0%
Calcium 3304.5mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1838.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 22.4%