Quesadilla Recipe
Shrimp with Monterrey cheese, sour cream, slaw, pico de gallo.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Filling
Slaw
Pico de Gallo
Quesadilla Assembly
Method
Prepare the Shrimp Filling
Cook the Shrimp
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Slaw
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt. Toss well to combine and set aside to let the flavors meld.
Prepare the Pico de Gallo
Mix Pico de Gallo Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, diced onion, minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Assemble the Quesadilla
Layer and Cook
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla on the skillet, then layer half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, followed by half of the cooked shrimp mixture. Top with another tortilla. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Serve
Plate and Enjoy
Cut the quesadillas into wedges. Serve with slaw, pico de gallo, and sour cream on the side.