Description

Old Bay Shrimp Burritos are a delightful fusion of succulent shrimp seasoned with Old Bay, combined with fresh vegetables and a zesty aioli, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. This recipe is perfect for a quick, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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For the Old Bay Aioli:

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha
3/4 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Kosher salt (optional)

For the Shrimp Filling:

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For Assembling the Burritos:

4 large flour tortillas, warmed
1 cup cooked long-grain white rice
1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup pico de gallo, drained
1 avocado, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped chives, plus more for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Old Bay Aioli:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha, lime juice, and Old Bay seasoning until smooth.
- Taste and add a pinch of kosher salt if desired.
- Set aside.
Cook the Shrimp Filling:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper; sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the sliced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are pink and cooked through.
- Remove from heat.
Assemble the Burritos:
- Lay a warmed flour tortilla on a flat surface.
- In the center of the tortilla, layer 1/4 cup of cooked rice and 1/4 cup of black beans.
- Top with a portion of the shrimp mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Add shredded lettuce, a spoonful of pico de gallo, and a few avocado slices.
- Drizzle with the prepared Old Bay aioli and sprinkle with chopped chives.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly to form a burrito.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
Serve:
- Slice the burritos in half if desired.
- Garnish with additional chives and a sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning.
- Serve warm, with extra aioli on the side for dipping.

Notes

For added flavor, consider grilling the assembled burritos in a skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side to create a crispy exterior.
Adjust the level of spiciness in the aioli by varying the amount of Sriracha to suit your taste.
This recipe yields 4 burritos.