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Shrimp-crab Fajita Roll-up Bombs

Shrimp-crab Fajita Roll-up Bombs

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  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Discover the ultimate Shrimp-crab Fajita Roll-up Bombs recipe! Learn to create these flavor-packed delights, perfect for any occasion. Click to elevate your cooking game!


Ingredients

  • Shrimp, peeled and deveined – 1 pound (454 g) (450 grams)
  • Crab meat, cooked – 1 cup (240 ml) (120 grams)
  • Tortillas, large flour – 8 pieces
  • Bell peppers, assorted colors, sliced – 2 cup (480 ml) s (240 grams)
  • Onion, sliced – 1 cup (240 ml) (150 grams)
  • Garlic, minced – 2 cloves
  • Cream cheese, softened – 8 ounce (227 g) s (225 grams)
  • Cheddar cheese, shredded – 1 cup (240 ml) (100 grams)
  • Lime juice – 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s (30 milliliters)
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s (30 milliliters)
  • Cumin powder – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (2 grams)
  • Chili powder – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (2 grams)
  • Salt – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams)
  • Black pepper – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (1 gram)
  • Cilantro, chopped – 1/4 cup (60 ml) (15 grams)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the skillet.
  4. Sauté the vegetables until they are soft, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute.
  6. Transfer the vegetables to a bowl and set aside.
  7. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
  8. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  9. Cook the shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  10. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
  11. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, crab meat, and cooked vegetables.
  12. Add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, lime juice, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
  13. Mix everything together until well combined.
  14. Lay out the tortillas on a flat surface.
  15. Divide the shrimp and crab mixture evenly among the tortillas.
  16. Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling.
  17. Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  18. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the tortillas are golden brown.
  19. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  20. Slice each roll-up into bite-sized pieces and serve warm.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and a smooth fillingnLet cooked vegetables cool before combining to keep cheeses from melting too soonnZest the lime before juicing for extra citrus flavor in the filling mixture