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Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until just pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion, celery, and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, stir to combine, and remove from heat.
- Lay a tortilla flat. On one half, layer a mix of both cheeses, then spoon on the shrimp mixture. Add a little more cheese on top and fold the tortilla.
- Heat a clean skillet over medium. Grill the folded quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Slice into wedges and garnish with parsley before serving.
Variations:
- Spicy twist: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the shrimp mix.
- Creamy addition: Mix in a tablespoon of cream cheese or a dollop of sour cream with the sautéed veggies.
- Seafood swap: Replace shrimp with scallops or lump crab meat for a luxe twist.
Tips:
- Use pre-shredded cheese for convenience, but grating your own melts smoother and tastes fresher.
- Keep the skillet at medium heat to crisp the tortilla without burning before the cheese melts inside.