Ingredients
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1/4
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1 1/2
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7
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2
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3
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1
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1/2
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1/8
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8
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2
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1 1/2
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1
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24
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Directions
Shrimp and Avocado Quesadillas, A light meal for the summer heat Great as an appetizer if divided Presentation/ serving changes around our house If serving as a meal, I generally leave the shrimp on top If serving as an appetizer, I tend to cut the shrimp in half and tuck into the tortilla and then cut the tortilla into 2-4 smaller pieces If cumin seeds are not available at your local carneceria, ground cumin can be substituted- adjust to your preference , A light meal for the summer heat Great as an appetizer if divided Presentation/ serving changes around our house If serving as a meal, I generally leave the shrimp on top If serving as an appetizer, I tend to cut the shrimp in half and tuck into the tortilla and then cut the tortilla into 2-4 smaller pieces If cumin seeds are not available at your local carneceria, ground cumin can be substituted- adjust to your preference
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Steps
1
Done
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Heat 1 Tablespoon of Oil in a Large Skillet Over a Medium-High Heat. Add Onion and Saute, Stirring Frequently, Until Tender (5-7 Minutes). Transfer to a Mixing Bowl and Let Cool. |
2
Done
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Finely Chop the Tomatillos and Add to the Cooled Onions Along With the Diced Avocado. Use a Wooden Spoon or Potato Masher to Work the Mixture Into a Course Paste. Stir in Cilantro and Cumin, Season With Salt and Pepper to Taste. |
3
Done
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Spread the Avocado Mixture on One Side of Each Tortilla, Top With 2 Tablespoons of Cheese, and Fold the Tortilla in Half, Pressing Lightly to Close Them. Continue Until All Are Folded. This May Be Done Up to an Hour in Advance. |
4
Done
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Heat 1 Tablespoon of Oil in a Large Skillet Over a Medium Heat. Add Garlic and Chipotles and Saute Until Golden, About 2 Minutes. Increase the Heat to a Medium-High. Add the Shrimp and Saute Until Opaque and Cooked Through, 4-5 Minutes. Keep Warm. |
5
Done
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Brush Both Sides of the Quesadillas With the Remaining Oil. Cook in Batches If a Large Saute Pan Over a Medium Heat Until Golden Brown on Both Sides (2-3 Minutes Each Side). |
6
Done
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Cut the Quesadillas in Half and Serve Each With 3 Shrimp on Top. |