Shrimp Poblano Quesadillas

INGREDIENTS

Poblano pepper Olive oil Shrimp Water Salt Tortillas Monterey Jack cheese

01

These are large shrimp. They are deveined and raw. They sell shrimp already cooked, but it is best to use fresh seafood, cook it, then add to the quesadilla.

Clean and devein shrimp

02

If shrimp are frozen, thaw them. Add water to a stock pot, add shrimp and salt and cook until pink. Drain and let cool.

Cook the shrimp

03

Roast the poblano peppers, remove the skin,  cut open and remove seeds and veins. Dice and set aside.

Roast the poblano peppers

04

Lay a flour tortilla on a griddle, add the cooked shrimp, add the diced and roasted poblano pepper. Lastly, add cheese.

Assemble the quesadillas

05

Fold the tortilla and cook for a few minutes on each side until the cheese is melted.

Cook the quesadilla

06

To make this a complete meal, you can serve Arroz Blanco (Mexican white rice), fried beans, and a salad, or serve with a good salsa.

Enjoy!

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