Shrimp Quesadillas With Cajun Remoulade Recipe

Name: Shrimp Quesadillas With Cajun Remoulade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4 flour tortillas, 10 inch; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning, plus (or Creole); 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning, divided use; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 1/4 cup cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup diced green chilis (or poblano); 1 cup shredded four-cheese Mexican blend cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 flour tortillas, 10 inch
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning, plus (or Creole)
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning, divided use
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/4 cup cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup diced green chilis (or poblano)
1 cup shredded four-cheese Mexican blend cheese

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Make cajun remoulade by mixing mayonnaise with 2 Tbsp.
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cajun seasoning, Worcester sauce, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, and Tabasco.
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Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp.
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olive oil in skillet over high heat, 2 minutes.
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Toss shrimp with 1 tsp.
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of cajun seasoning and salt.
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Cook for 3 minutes.
10
Transfer to large bowl.
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Add chiles and cilantro to shrimp and mix.
12
Brush a large cookie sheet with olive oil.
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Arrange 1 tortilla on cookie sheet.
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Top with 1/2 of cheese and shrimp mixture.
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Place another tortilla on top of that.
16
Brush lightly with olive oil.
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Bake 8 minutes, until lightly browned.
18
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and mixture.
19
Cut quesadilla into wedges and serve with the remoulade.

707

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, 4 flour tortillas, 10 inch, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning, plus (or Creole), and more.

Yes, Shrimp Quesadillas With Cajun Remoulade 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Quesadillas With Cajun Remoulade

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Variations & substitutions

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