Description
These Cheesy Crab and Shrimp Tortilla Bombs are a delightful explosion of flavors, combining succulent seafood with gooey cheese wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in, they are sure to impress your guests!
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 large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped shrimp, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Use a spatula to mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, about 2-3 minutes. Avoid over-mixing to keep the chunkiness of the seafood intact.
- Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Using a spoon, place 2-3 tablespoons of the crab and shrimp mixture in the center of each tortilla. Make sure not to overfill, as this can cause the bombs to burst during frying.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly, ensuring the filling is well sealed inside. This should take about 1 minute per bomb. Pay attention to the edges as they need to be pinched together firmly to avoid leakage.
- In a deep skillet or fryer, heat oil over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping in a small piece of tortilla; it should sizzle immediately.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place 2-3 tortilla bombs in the oil, frying them for about 3-4 minutes per side or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Monitor closely to prevent burning; you want a deep golden color.
- Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the tortilla bombs and drain them on paper towels to absorb excess oil. This will take about 1-2 minutes. Avoid stacking them while draining, as this can make them soggy.
- Serve the warm tortilla bombs immediately with your choice of dipping sauce, like a spicy aioli or tartar sauce. The bombs are best enjoyed fresh but can hold up for a short time if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: When mixing the filling, be careful not to overwork the mixture; this can lead to a dense texture. You want those delicious chunks of crab and shrimp to remain visible. For frying, a heavy-bottomed pot or a deep fryer is ideal as it maintains consistent temperature.