Popcorn shrimp quesadilla recipe
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Cheesy Quesadillas with SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp

10 min Prep time
25 min Cook time
4 Servings
Easy level

Recipe Description

Golden toasted quesadillas are packed with gooey cheese and crispy popcorn shrimp for a fun meal based on classic kid-friendly finger food. This versatile recipe can be built with grown-up variations and even healthier options.

Categories

Airfryer, Entrees, Family Meals, Fry, Kid-friendly, Oven, Popcorn Shrimp, Quick and Easy, Weeknight Dinners

Ingredients

  • 1/2 (18-ounce) package SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp
  • 1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup finely chopped cauliflower or store-bought cauliflower rice, cooked and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (approx.), divided
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for dipping

Directions

  1. Prepare SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp according to package directions.
  2. In medium bowl, toss together Cheddar and mozzarella. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese mixture over half of each tortilla. Top with cauliflower and popcorn shrimp to suit your child’s taste. Sprinkle another ¼ cup cheese mixture over each filling. Fold tortillas over to enclose filling.
  3. In large skillet set over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. In batches, cook quesadillas, flipping once, for 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown and cheese has melted, adding more oil to skillet as needed.
  4. Cut each tortilla into 3 wedges. Serve with sour cream for dipping.

For Adult-Friendly Builds

  • Variation: Layer extra shrimp into quesadillas.
  • Additions: Add chopped fresh cilantro, sliced green onion, jalapeño slices and/or chopped canned chipotle peppers with adobo sauce to up the flavor. Or simply season with pinch smoked paprika, cumin or chili powder. Serve with lime wedges.

For Optional Healthy Builds

  • Variation:Use whole wheat tortillas if your child accept this flavor.
  • Vegetables: Layer in more cauliflower, or try sautéed sweet red, orange or yellow bell pepper to suit your child’s taste.
  • Additions: Serve grilled cheese with avocado crema for dipping to expose your child to new and healthful flavors — simply combine 1/2 cup sour cream with 1 mashed avocado and pinch salt.
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