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Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos You Can't Resist

Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos You Can't Resist

Delicious Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos You Can't Resist, filled with a creamy mixture of seafood and spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12 taquitos
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • microwave
  • plate
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 4 ounces lump crab meat fresh or canned
  • 4 ounces cooked shrimp chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

For the Taquitos

  • 12 small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

For Garnish

  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

Step-By-Step Instructions

  • Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, lump crab meat, cooked shrimp, and shredded Mexican cheese blend. Add lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  • Warm the Tortillas: Briefly warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 10 seconds or on a hot skillet for 15-20 seconds each.
  • Assemble the Taquitos: Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the filling onto each warmed tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam side down on a plate.
  • Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  • Fry the Taquitos: Carefully place the assembled taquitos in the hot oil in batches, frying each for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Drain Excess Oil: Transfer the taquitos to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  • Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro over the taquitos and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Avoid overfilling the taquitos to prevent bursting during frying. Maintain the oil temperature for the best crispy texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Appetizer, crispy, Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos, Fried, seafood, taquitos
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