Best 2 Shrimp And Avocado Burritos Recipes

Shrimp and avocado burritos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are packed with flavor and nutrition, and they are also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. In this article, we will provide you with a recipe for the best shrimp and avocado burritos, as well as some tips and tricks for making them perfect every time.

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SHRIMP BURRITOS

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I worked at a Mexican restaurant that specializes in Baja dishes, and became addicted to this burrito... I moved away, so I had to create my own. The Chipotle Sauce is what makes it oh so yummy!

Provided by SHACKL

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onion
¾ cup long-grain white rice
¾ teaspoon cumin
¾ teaspoon garlic salt
1 ½ cups chicken broth
½ cup canned diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
¾ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
12 ounces frozen cooked shrimp without tails, thawed
2 teaspoons minced garlic
½ cup plain yogurt
½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons pureed chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
6 (10 inch) flour tortillas, warmed
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup salsa

Steps:

Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, and cook until tender, stirring frequently. Stir in rice, and season with cumin and 3/4 teaspoon of garlic salt. Cook and stir until the rice is lightly toasted, about 5 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and the diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, until all of the liquid has been absorbed.
In a small saucepan, stir together the refried beans, 3/4 teaspoon of garlic salt, and black pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Place shrimp in a bowl, and stir in garlic until shrimp is coated. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, and coat with cooking spray. Saute shrimp until heated through and lightly browned.
In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, mayonnaise, and chipotle peppers until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Place about 1/4 cup of cheese onto each warm tortilla. Then place about 1/2 cup of shrimp on the cheese. Top with 1/4 cup of beans, and 1/4 cup of rice. Spread on about a tablespoon of the chipotle sauce, and salsa to taste. Roll up, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 866.4 calories, Carbohydrate 73.2 g, Cholesterol 159.9 mg, Fat 45.9 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 2041.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

SMOTHERED SHRIMP BURRITOS

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This is a recipe I came up with after I got tired of the same-old same-old. It's very rich and filling. Most often 2 people can share one burrito and it's plenty. When you're done 'building' the burrito it will resemble a heaping salad. Note: To save leftovers, wrap 'burrito only' in foil and freezer bag and place directly in the freezer. Refrigerating leftovers will just make them soggy. Also, I like to use 505 Organic Green Chili Sauce. It adds just the right flavor.

Provided by Scafire-Jen

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4 Burritos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

30 -40 large shrimp, cooked, peeled, & deviened
3 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
12 ounces spinach, chopped
1 lb mushroom, sliced
2 tablespoons garlic, crushed
4 spinach tortillas
1 (12 ounce) bottle green chili sauce, medium
1 large tomatoes, cubed
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
iceberg lettuce, chopped
olive oil
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

Defrost spinach and shrimp.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Saute mushrooms and garlic in 2 tbsp olive oil until tender.
Add shrimp and cook until just heated through. Do not overcook as shrimp tends to become rubbery.
Add spinach when you think shrimp is about 1/4 way heated through.
Spinach and mushrooms hold a lot of water, so drain excess liquid in colander, pressing with large spoon to expel.
Let cool.
In small sauce pan, heat green chili sauce on low, stirring occasionally. When shrimp mixture has cooled enough to handle, add 3/4 of the Monterrey Jack cheese, and mix with well-washed hands.
Place a portion of mixture into center of spinach wrap and fold up like a burrito.
Spray both sides of wrap with non-stick cooking spray. (It helps to have another person do this for you as your hands will be very messy).
Cook @ 400, uncovered, until bottom browns, about 10-15 minutes, depending on your oven. Flip with spatula and repeat.
Remove promptly from oven and place in center of plate. Cover with green chili sauce, remaining cheese, avocado slices, tomato, and a generous heaping of chopped lettuce. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504.9, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 132.1, Sodium 810.4, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 6.8, Protein 35.1

Tips:

Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your burritos.
Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks very quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become tough and rubbery.
Use ripe avocados. Ripe avocados are creamy and delicious, and they add a great flavor to the burritos.
Be generous with the fillings. Don't be afraid to load up your burritos with fillings. The more fillings you have, the more delicious they will be.
Serve the burritos immediately. Burritos are best served immediately after they are made. This way, the tortillas will be warm and the fillings will be hot and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and avocado burritos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these shrimp and avocado burritos a try.