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Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas

August 7, 2012

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Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas | MomOnTimeout.com

As you know we have been doing oodles of grilling lately and reaping the yummy rewards I might add 😉  Last week I whipped up these Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas and my oh my – party in my mouth people! Hubby said if he closed his eyes it was like eating at some great little Mexican restaurant in San Diego. Let’s all close our eyes for a moment and go there….
…aaand we’re back.  
Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas | MomOnTimeout.com
Now onto this recipe. Super simple and full of great grilled flavor because not only are the shrimp grilled but the QUESADILLAS are too! A fantastic way to keep the mess outside too 🙂

Ingredients:
1 lb shrimp ( I used 31-40 ct, raw, peeled, tail-on)
fresh limes (4-6)
Mexican blend or Monterey Jack cheese
grilled peppers and onions (optional)
flour or corn tortillas
pico de gallo
fresh guacomole
cilantro



Directions:

Okay so the first thing you want to do is devein your shrimp if they aren’t already. I had my helpers do this 😉  Reece and Bryce totally thought they could use their little plastic knives to devein the shrimp and they were sooo focused. Lost a few shrimp this way but they had fun!

Now we’re going to double-skewer the shrimp. You can use metal of wood skewers – whatever you have is fine. The double skewer keeps the shrimp from flopping all over the place when you’re placing them on the grill. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Keep the shrimp facing all the same direction and with a little space in between.

Squeeze about 2-3 tablespoons fresh lime juice over the shrimp. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Let the shrimp marinate for 15 minutes. Any longer are we’re going to be making ceviche instead 🙂 Not a bad option!

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates. Place shrimp skewers on preheated grill and cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center. About 6 to 8 minutes.

Pull the shrimp off and chop coarsely. You are going to want to sample a few to make sure the seasoning is okay. And then maybe just one or two more for good measure. Gather up the shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and tortillas and head out to the grill. I had some left over grilled peppers and onions that hubby wanted on his so those came out too.

Place a tortilla on the grill (do only one your first time so you can figure out the timing) and sprinkle on the cheese. I used a Mexican blend but Monterey Jack of even Pepper Jack would be great for a little kick. Add the shrimp, cilantro and whatever else you want onto one half. You want to do this quickly so the grill doesn’t cool down too much.

Once the cheese is all nice and melted (takes just a couple minutes) flip one half over the other. Now you can see all your pretty grill marks!

Cut into thirds and serve with fresh pico de gallo, lime wedges, and guacamole! Yum!

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Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas

Last week I whipped up these Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas and my oh my – party in my mouth people! 
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Keyword shrimp quesadillas
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 517kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp I used 31-40 ct, raw, peeled, tail-on - deveined
  • 4 to 6 limes
  • 8 oz Mexican blend or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 flour tortillas or corn
  • pico de gallo optional
  • fresh guacamole optional
  • cilantro optional
  • grilled peppers and onions optional

Instructions

  • First double-skewer the shrimp. You can use metal of wood skewers - whatever you have is fine. The double skewer keeps the shrimp from flopping all over the place when you're placing them on the grill. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Keep the shrimp facing all the same direction and with a little space in between.
  • Squeeze about 2-3 tablespoons fresh lime juice over the shrimp. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Let the shrimp marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates. Place shrimp skewers on preheated grill and cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center. About 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Pull the shrimp off and chop coarsely. Gather up the shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and tortillas and head out to the grill.
  • Place a tortilla on the grill (do only one your first time so you can figure out the timing) and sprinkle on the cheese. I used a Mexican blend but Monterey Jack of even Pepper Jack would be great for a little kick. Add the shrimp, cilantro and whatever else you want onto one half. You want to do this quickly so the grill doesn't cool down too much.
  • Once the cheese is all nice and melted (takes just a couple minutes) flip one half over the other. Now you can see all your pretty grill marks!
  • Cut into thirds and serve with fresh pico de gallo, lime wedges, and guacamole! Yum!

Nutrition

Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 340mg | Sodium: 1689mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 407IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 624mg | Iron: 5mg

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Comments

  1. Maddy says

    November 8, 2016 at 7:50 PM

    My family and I love Quesadillas and I just made us some. Didn’t have some of the ingredients and I did it on a regular stovetop, but these were so yummy I just had to leave a reply to say thank you for the idea! I was too lazy to make a big dinner so this one definitely filled me and my dad up! 🙂

    Reply
  2. Nancy Long says

    July 14, 2014 at 12:17 PM

    I make quesadillas quite often and these sound great – I recommend shredding your own cheese, it melts much better than the pre-shredded. It is coated with cornstarch

    Reply
  3. Liz says

    March 27, 2014 at 4:40 PM

    Thank you for the nice recipe.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      April 3, 2014 at 1:41 PM

      You are so welcome Liz!

      Reply
  4. Kay-M says

    September 12, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    I just took shrimp out of the freezer this morning – perfect timing to try this tonight!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      September 13, 2013 at 1:01 PM

      Yes! Great timing! Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  5. samaa says

    September 11, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    YUMM! I have to try these, they look sooo good!

    Reply
  6. Mary ~ says

    September 11, 2012 at 6:56 AM

    These look so good! I just pinned your yummy recipe. I saw your great share at Get Your Craft On Link Party! Have a great day!

    Reply
  7. feelincrafty says

    September 10, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    This looks delicious! I’m hungry now… 🙂

    Reply
  8. Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says

    August 31, 2012 at 4:00 AM

    Good morning, I featured this recipe on my blog today for my weekly seafood round-up. The photographs are stunning, thank you for allowing me to share! Here is the link: http://carriesexperimentalkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/08/seafood-frenzy-friday-week-32.html

    Reply
  9. Paula Parrish says

    August 23, 2012 at 6:17 AM

    This recipe sounds super yummy. I think my hubby would love it, and the entire family. I pinned it, to make later. Thanks for sharing. ;o)

    Reply
  10. Janet says

    August 18, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    These look so good! Will definitely have to give these a try.

    Reply
  11. cathy@my1929charmer says

    August 12, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    Sounds so good and looks it too! I haven’t made quesadillas in such a long time! Thanks for sharing all your creative inspiration with Sunday’s Best – your creativity helped make the party a success!

    Reply
  12. Erin says

    August 11, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    Sound Delicious!!

    Reply
  13. CC says

    August 10, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Oh, wow! I never thought to do the quesadillas on the grill! Great idea – can’t wait to try it. 😉
    Thanks!

    Reply
  14. Danielle Wagasky says

    August 9, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    I just pinned this one. It looks so good. Don’t forget to link this up to my party:>

    Danielle @ Blissful and Domestic
    http://www.blissfulanddomestic.com

    Reply
  15. Aunt B says

    August 8, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    Quesadillas are always popular at our house. Such a quick, flavourful meal! Thanks for sharing this one.

    Reply

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