Baja Shrimp Torta Recipe

Name: Baja Shrimp Torta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the poblano crema; 1 poblano pepper; 1 cup crema; 2 tablespoons lime zest; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; For the spice rub; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon seasoning salt; 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning; 1 tablespoon sazon completa seasoning; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; For the slaw; 2 limes, juice of; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 green cabbage, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish; 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallion; 4 brioche buns

Servings: persons

For the poblano crema
1 poblano pepper
1 cup crema
2 tablespoons lime zest
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
For the spice rub
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon seasoning salt
1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
1 tablespoon sazon completa seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the slaw
2 limes, juice of
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 green cabbage, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallion
4 brioche buns

1
Directly over the flame of a gas burner, or in a cast iron pan set over high heat, char the poblano until the skin is completely blistered. Place pepper in a zip top bag and allow to steam for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl stir together crema, lime zest, and salt. Once pepper has steamed, remove skin and seeds and finely chop. Stir into crema mixture and set aside.
2
In a small airtight container, stir together spices. Place shrimp in a large bowl. Toss with 2 T. spice rub and set shrimp aside to marinate 10-15 minutes. Store remaining spice rub for another use.
3
Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk together lime juice and olive oil. Add cabbage, cilantro leaves, and scallions to the bowl and toss to thoroughly combine. Season with salt to taste and set aside.
4
Heat a grill pan over high heat. Lightly brush with oil and grill shrimp, turning once, about 2 minutes per side. Toast buns alongside shrimp, about 1 minute, until desired color is achieved.
5
To serve, spread poblano crema on top and bottom of buns. Divide shrimp among sandwiches and top with cabbage slaw and cilantro leaves.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the poblano crema, 1 poblano pepper, 1 cup crema, 2 tablespoons lime zest, and more.

Yes, Baja Shrimp Torta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baja Shrimp Torta

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