Description
Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs are the ultimate indulgence for seafood lovers! This delightful recipe features a savory filling of crab and shrimp, combined with melted cheeses and wrapped in golden tortillas. Baked to perfection, these tasty treats are drizzled with a luscious garlic cream sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect as an appetizer at gatherings or a cozy snack for movie nights, these tortilla bombs are sure to impress your friends and family. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Dive into the rich flavors and enjoy the comfort of homemade cheesy goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Garlic (minced)
- Paprika, salt, and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, crab meat, mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper for the filling.
- Lay tortillas flat and evenly spread the seafood mixture on each. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and simmer until thickened to create the garlic cream sauce.
- Pour sauce over tortilla bombs in the baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 to 18 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla bomb (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg