The Only Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe You Need
Shrimp Quesadillas. Need we say more?
Things to know:
What is a quesadilla?
A quesadilla is a Mexican dish featuring a tortilla (traditionally corn, but often flour) folded in half or layered, filled with cheese (queso) and other ingredients like meats, beans, or vegetables, then cooked on a griddle until the cheese melts and the tortilla is crispy. It’s a versatile and customizable meal, often served with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
What are some tips for making the best quesadillas?
To make the best quesadillas, use high-quality shredded cheese—like Oaxaca, Chihuahua, or Monterrey Jack—and avoid overfilling, which causes spills. Use a single, large folded tortilla for better structure, cook in a pan over medium heat with butter or oil for a crispy exterior, and cover the pan to ensure perfectly melted cheese.
What are some popular fillings for a quesadilla?
Popular quesadilla fillings range from classic melted cheeses (Monterey Jack, cheddar, Oaxaca) and shredded meats—such as rotisserie chicken, chorizo, and steak—to vegetarian options like black beans, sautéed peppers, onions, and mushrooms. They are typically served with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
What is so special about a Blackstone grill?
A Blackstone grill (or griddle) is essentially a giant outdoor cast-iron skillet. What makes it special is its versatility and massive cooking surface. Unlike traditional grated grills, the flat top prevents food from falling through and allows you to cook entire meals at once—from pancakes and bacon to smash burgers and stir-fry.
What not to do on a Blackstone griddle?
Avoid damaging your Blackstone griddle by never using harsh abrasive cleaners, using aerosol cooking sprays (like PAM) that contain lecithin, or leaving it exposed to moisture, which causes rust. Do not use metal utensils on non-stick (ceramic) surfaces, and avoid putting hot metal/glass dishes on the side shelves.
Ingredients:
2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 stick of butter
Spiceology Smoked Chipotle Mezcal blend
large tortillas (number depends on the size of the tortilla and how much you load them up)
good melting cheese such as Chihuahua or oaxaca
pico de gallo
Cholula Cremosa Sauce, Chipotle
Cholula Cremosa Sauce, Cilantro Lime
1. Fire up your griddle to medium heat.
2. Chuck the butter onto the griddle and melt.
3. Once the butter is melted, add the shrimp and season them.
4. Once the shrimp are fully cooked, remove them from the griddle and give the griddle a good scrape-down.
5. Give your griddle a good coating of annatto oil (you can substitute avocado oil, but you will be missing out on flavor and that rich red color).
6. Slap down as many tortillas you can fit on you griddle, apply cheese to half of each tortilla, then the shrimp, then pico de gallo, then the cremosas, then another layer of cheese.
7. Fold the tortilla over and flip as necessary to get both sides crispy and the cheese melted.
8. Remove from the griddle, cut into wedges, serve and ENOJY!
Equipment used:
Blackstone griddle
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