Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Cheesy Crab and Shrimp Tortilla Bombs, the ultimate appetizer for any gathering. These crispy tortilla pockets are packed with a creamy, cheesy filling made from fresh crab meat and succulent shrimp, delivering a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for game nights, parties, or casual snacks, these versatile treats are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With simple preparation steps and customizable ingredients, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that will elevate your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked crab meat, shredded
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Lay a tortilla flat and place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling in the center. Fold the sides over and roll tightly to form bombs. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Fry tortilla bombs in batches until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side). Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg