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Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs

Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs are delicious snacks filled with shrimp, crab, and creamy cheeses that are perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Coastal
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Cooked shrimp, chopped Fresh or thawed shrimp work perfectly.
  • 1 cup Lump crab meat Canned crab can be a great substitute if well-drained.
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Monterey Jack can be swapped for variety.
  • ½ cup Shredded cheddar cheese Adds a sharp, tangy note.
  • 4 oz Cream cheese, softened Ensure it's softened for smooth mixing.
  • 3 tbsp Mayonnaise Contributes moisture and subtle tang.
  • 3 Garlic cloves, minced Infuses savory flavor.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Add cayenne for extra heat.
  • Salt and pepper Adjust to taste for perfect flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Medium flour tortillas Choose soft and pliable for easier rolling.
Garlic Cream Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Base for the luscious sauce.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Creates a velvety garlic sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped Adds color and freshness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • Baking Dish
  • spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, lump crab meat, shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Take a medium flour tortilla and place a generous amount of the seafood mixture in the center. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Pour the garlic cream sauce evenly over the tortilla bombs and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let sit for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tortilla bombs can be made ahead of time and baked when ready. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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