Description
Crab Shrimp Queso is the ultimate party snack featuring a creamy, cheesy seafood filling made with shrimp, crab, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, and queso dip, wrapped in flour tortillas and pan-fried until golden and crispy. This delicious appetizer is perfect for entertaining and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood Filling
- 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
Assembly & Cooking
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp butter or oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine the finely chopped cooked shrimp, shredded crab meat, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, softened cream cheese, queso dip, chopped fresh cilantro, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated, creating a creamy and flavorful seafood filling.
- Assemble the quesos: Lay out each small flour tortilla and spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the seafood filling onto the center. Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling, then secure with a toothpick to keep them closed during frying.
- Fry the tortillas: Heat the butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the skillet and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, turning carefully to ensure even cooking. This should take about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Serve: Remove the toothpicks and transfer the crispy crab shrimp quesos to a serving plate. Drizzle warm queso dip over the top and sprinkle with additional fresh cilantro for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, gooey, cheesy seafood goodness.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness of the queso dip to your preference, choosing mild or spicy.
- For a healthier alternative, consider baking the rolled tortillas instead of frying.
- Make sure to secure the tortillas tightly with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling during cooking.
- Serving warm ensures the cheese remains melted and the texture is at its best.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crab shrimp queso, seafood quesos, party snack, appetizer, creamy seafood dip, fried quesadilla rolls
