Description
Indulge in these delicious cheesy seafood tortilla bombs, filled with shrimp and crab, and topped with a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium Flour Tortillas
- 1 cup Cooked Shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup Lump Crab Meat
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- ½ cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of chopped cooked shrimp, 1 cup of lump crab meat, 4 oz of softened cream cheese, and 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise. Stir in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste; mix until all ingredients are well blended.
- Lay a medium flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Place a generous scoop of the seafood filling in the center, ensuring not to overfill. Carefully fold in the sides and roll the tortilla tightly to secure the filling, creating a snug package. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas, ensuring each is well-sealed.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Gradually stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a non-stick baking dish with cooking spray or butter, then arrange the filled tortilla bombs in a single layer. Pour the creamy garlic sauce evenly over the top of the bombs, ensuring they are well-coated. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the tortillas are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Once baked, remove the Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes. Serve warm, drizzled with additional garlic cream sauce and freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- Ensure the tortillas are soft for easy rolling.
- Cooking the shrimp ahead of time is recommended, or use thawed pre-cooked shrimp.
- Canned crab meat can be used; make sure to drain it well.
- Feel free to substitute mozzarella with Monterey Jack for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tortilla bombs
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg