Firecracker Shrimp Quesadillas

Firecracker Shrimp Quesadillas stacked on a white plate

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Summer is the perfect time for seafood. In hot weather, no one’s in the mood for heavy stews and roasts. Lighter fare, like grilled fish or shrimp kabob, fits the season much better. And it makes a great complement for all those fresh veggies coming out of the garden.

One of the nice things about seafood is how versatile it is. It fits in perfectly at any gathering, from a casual cookout to a chic wedding reception. And there are dozens of different ways to cook it: on the grill, breaded and fried, on a skewer, in a salad…the possibilities are endless.

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Here’s a little number I cooked up featuring SeaPak’s popcorn shrimp. These little delights are incredibly easy to work with. They come ready-breaded and frozen, so all they need is a quick dip in hot oil or ten minutes in the oven. And while they’re baking, you can use the time to whip up the creamy Sriracha sauce that gives this dish its special kick.

Then, once the shrimp are ready, just sandwich them between tortillas with a generous sprinkling of shredded cheese and fry them up until they’re nice and golden. Then all they need is a good drizzle with the creamy Sriracha sauce to turn them from just shrimp quesadilla into Firecracker Shrimp Quesadillas. You can even add a little extra Sriracha if you like a LOT of fire.

Firecracker Shrimp Quesadillas

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 4 servings of SeaPack popcorn shrimp
  • 1 cup of shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 1 Tablespoons Sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  1. Prepare popcorn shrimp according to package and set aside.
    Pack of SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp
  2. In a small bowl, mix together, mayo, Sriracha sauce lemon juice and honey.  Place shrimp in a medium bowl, and mix in 2 Tablespoons of the creamy Sriracha sauce, until shrimp are evenly coated.
    Popcorn shrimp in a blue bowl with spicy may sauce
  3. Heat a skillet to medium high heat. To make the quesadilla, layer 1/4 cup of cheese on one of the tortillas, topped with shrimp, another 1/4 cup of cheese, then place a tortilla on top.
    firecracker shrimp on a flour tortilla, topped with shredded cheese
  4. Cook in skillet until the bottom is golden browned and then flip the quesadilla. Continue to cook until the other side is golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat steps for the second quesadilla. Cut into quarters and drizzle remaining creamy Sriracha sauce over the quesadilla and serve immediately. If you like some more KICK, feel free to also drizzle on some extra Sriracha sauce.
    Firecracker Shrimp Quesadilla - Quesadilla but into triangles and topped with spicy mayo and hot sauce

 

5 from 5 votes

Firecracker Shrimp Quesadillas

Author Corey Valley
These Firecracker Shrimp Quesadillas are perfect for any of your summer gatherings! Everyone will love these grab and go appetizers!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 4 servings of SeaPack popcorn shrimp
  • 1 cup of shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 1 Tablespoons Sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon honey

Instructions

  • Prepare popcorn shrimp according to package and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix together, mayo, Sriracha sauce lemon juice and honey. Place shrimp in a medium bowl, and mix in 2 Tablespoons of the creamy Sriracha sauce, until shrimp are evenly coated.
  • Heat a skillet to medium high heat. To make the quesadilla, layer 1/4 cup of cheese on one of the tortillas, topped with shrimp, another 1/4 cup of cheese, then place a tortilla on top.
  • Cook in skillet until the bottom is golden browned and then flip the quesadilla. Continue to cook until the other side is golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat steps for the second quesadilla. Cut into quarters and drizzle remaining creamy Sriracha sauce over the quesadilla and serve immediately. If you like some more KICK, feel free to also drizzle on some extra Sriracha sauce.

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14 Comments

  1. marylyn Dance says:

    5 stars
    I think this is going to be my new favorite recipe!! Can’t wait to try it :)!

  2. Tracy Hall says:

    5 stars
    Saute fresh, peeled & deveined tail off shrimp in olive oil with mushrooms and any herbs you like. Squeeze a few teaspoons of lemon juice, toss and top with grated parmesan and fresh chopped basil. Serve over Angel Hair pasta. Easy, light and tasty. Perfect for summer!

  3. Lobster is a great seafood treat in the summer but after I try these quesadillas I may have a new favorite!

  4. Stacie Glover says:

    5 stars
    I always love fish tacos, so I’m excited to try this recipe for something a little different!

  5. My brother works on a fishing boat and I love it when he’s able to bring us bluefish or flounder. Something about grilling fish always signifies summer to me.

  6. Shrimp is my absolute favorite! This recipe sounds wonderfully yummy and easy to fix. Can’t wait to give it a try!!!

    1. Yay! Thanks Laura 🙂

  7. Steamed shrimp with Old Bay!

  8. Try this tonight and loved it. Cruchy and spicy. Yummy thank you

    1. Yay! So glad you loved it 🙂

  9. So good! Definitely my new favorite!! And so easy and light clean up after!! Loved it and I just make the sauce extra mild for my little one and add more sriracha on my quesadilla. He LOVES it!

    1. So glad you loved it Melanie!!

  10. These look incredibly easy to make and, as quesadillas are my absolute favorite food bar none, i’ll be giving them a try. thanks.