MEXICAN CAESAR SALAD WITH SHRIMP

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup salted pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying
2 8-inch flour tortillas, cut into 1/4-inch strips
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
1/2 cup grated Cotija cheese (about 2 ounces), plus more for topping
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
1 clove garlic
2 romaine lettuce hearts, roughly chopped (about 10 cups)
1/2 cup pickled jalapenos with vegetables, drained and chopped
20 cooked medium shrimp (about 12 ounces)

Steps:

  • Toast the pepitas in a medium dry skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl; set aside.
  • Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the tortilla strips and fry, turning as needed, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel¿lined plate; season with salt and pepper. Let cool, then break each strip in half.
  • Make the dressing: Combine the crema, Cotija cheese, 1/4 cup cilantro, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, the lime juice and garlic in a food processor; pulse until smooth, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons water if needed to loosen. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the dressing to a large bowl; add the romaine, pickled jalapenos, pepitas, shrimp, the remaining 1/4 cup cilantro and half of the tortilla strips. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Top each serving of salad with the remaining tortilla strips and more cheese.

Shaun Griffin
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Aayush Jha
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Leyla Erdem
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great source of protein and healthy fats.


Abdulla Rameez
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ted Wegliicki
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit with guests.


Penelope Stone
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I love the addition of avocado and cotija cheese to this salad. It gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Andria Shvelidze
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Nisha Yadav
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I'm not usually a fan of Caesar salad, but this one is amazing! The dressing is so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly.


Melchi Tordjo
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This is the best Caesar salad I've ever had. The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection.


Haji ishaq Ishaq
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


MrAli Raza
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This salad is amazing! The dressing is so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly.


Mahnoor Mughal
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Viviene Gray
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Jaylee Hill
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I've tried many Caesar salads before, but this one is definitely my favorite. The dressing is so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!


Wahab salih
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This Mexican Caesar salad with shrimp was an absolute delight! The flavors were so vibrant and well-balanced, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I especially loved the addition of the avocado and cotija cheese, which gave the salad a creamy an