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Crispy Crab & Shrimp Queso Taquitos

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying/Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

Delightful taquitos filled with crab and shrimp combined with gooey queso cheese, perfect for gatherings and satisfying cravings.


Ingredients

  • 8 small tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 1 cup canned crab meat, drained
  • 1 cup queso cheese, melted
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Vegetable oil (for frying or baking)
  • Spicy aioli or salsa (for serving)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (if baking) or heat oil in a fryer (if frying).
  2. Combine chopped shrimp, crab meat, melted queso, cream cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and chili powder in a bowl. Mix well to form the filling.
  3. Place a heaping tablespoon of filling onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly, securing the ends.
  4. If baking, place taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet. Brush with oil and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  5. If frying, carefully place taquitos in hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. Serve hot with spicy aioli or salsa.

Notes

For added texture, try incorporating diced jalapeños or black beans into the filling.