Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs
Delightful bites of shrimp and crab wrapped in cheesy tortillas, these Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs are perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed frozen shrimp
- 1 cup crab meat Fresh or thawed frozen crab meat
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or Monterey Jack) Choose your favorite cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream For creaminess
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
- 8 pieces flour tortillas For wrapping
- for garnish Chopped fresh parsley Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix shrimp, crab meat, cheese, heavy cream, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- Take a tortilla and place a generous amount of the seafood mixture in the center.
- Fold the tortilla over the filling and secure it with a toothpick or place seam side down on a baking sheet.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Enhance flavor by adding spices like cayenne pepper or paprika. Customize the filling with your choice of seafood, such as lobster or scallops. Serve with dipping sauces like garlic aioli or a zesty cilantro lime sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freeze uncooked bombs for up to 2 months.