Prawn Quesadillas

Prawn Quesadillas

Experience a culinary fiesta with these scrumptious prawn quesadillas! Stuffed with succulent prawns, melted cheddar, and a vibrant medley of peppers, each bite is a celebration of flavors and textures. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, these quesadillas promise to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a lively gathering with friends, they're bound to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve alongside zesty homemade salsa and refreshing sour cream for a delightful contrast that will have you reaching for seconds!

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Paprika (1 teaspoon)
  • Cumin (1 teaspoon)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • Onion (1 medium, sliced)
  • Green bell pepper (1, sliced)
  • Red bell pepper (1, sliced)
  • Cheddar cheese (2 cups, shredded)
  • Flour tortillas (4 (10-inch) tortillas)
  • Prawns (1 pound, peeled and deveined)
  • Salsa (1 cup (for serving))
  • Sour cream (1 cup (for serving))

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the prawns, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the prawns turn pink and are fully cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the prawn mixture from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, place a tortilla and sprinkle half of it with 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Add a portion of the prawn mixture on top of the cheese, then fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape, pressing down gently.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and prawn mixture.
  7. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with sour cream and salsa on the side.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 25g • Carbs: 35g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 2g