Crab Shrimp Queso
A creamy, cheesy appetizer bursting with crab and shrimp flavor, wrapped in a crispy tortilla.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb cooked shrimp, finely chopped
- 1/2 lb cooked crab meat, shredded
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup queso dip (mild or spicy)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp butter or oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Combine the chopped shrimp, shredded crab, Monterey Jack cheese, softened cream cheese, queso dip, fresh cilantro, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a large mixing bowl, stirring until creamy.
- Take a tortilla and place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling in the center, rolling it tightly and securing with a toothpick.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the quesadillas in the pan and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the toothpicks, plate them up, and drizzle with warm queso, sprinkling with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately for that gooey, irresistible experience.
Notes
Make-ahead: Prepare filling in advance and store in the fridge. For healthier options, use an air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg