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Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos

Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos for a Flavorful Feast

Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos are a delightful fusion perfect for taco night, guaranteed to impress your guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 taquitos
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 4 ounces lump crab meat drained and flaked
  • 4 ounces cooked shrimp chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Taquitos
  • 12 small flour tortillas
  • 1 inch vegetable oil for frying
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Tongs
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Crab And Shrimp Queso Taquitos
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the 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 creamy.
  2. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 10 seconds or on a hot skillet for 30 seconds. Keep them covered with a clean kitchen towel to retain moisture.
  3. Take a tortilla and spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the filling into the center. Roll it tightly and place the seam side down. Repeat for all tortillas.
  4. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  5. Carefully add the taquitos to the hot oil in batches, frying for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Transfer the fried taquitos to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve the taquitos fresh for the best taste and crispiness.

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