Shrimp-Crab Fajita Roll-Up Bombs

Shrimp-Crab Fajita Roll-Up Bombs

Ingredients
  

For the Bombs:

  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled, chopped
  • ½ cup lump crabmeat, fresh or high-quality canned, flaked
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack, Cheddar of Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup red, green or yellow bell pepper, diced
  • ¼ cup onion, diced
  • 1 tsp. fajita or taco seasoning
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 medium flour tortillas
  • Olive oil or melted butter, for baking

For Serving:

  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for dipping
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Guacamole or avocado slices
  • Hot sauce, optional
  • Lime wedges, optional
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, optional

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat the oven to 400°F.
  • Cook and chop the shrimp if not already prepared.
  • Flake the crabmeat gently to avoid breaking it up too much.
  • Dice the bell peppers and onions into small pieces for even distribution.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, flaked crabmeat, shredded cheese, cream cheese, diced bell peppers, onions and fajita or tacpseasoning; stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed; taste and adjust seasoning, as needed.
  • Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface.
  • Spread the shrimp-crab mixture evenly over the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
  • Roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape.
  • Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Using a sharp knife, slice each rolled tortilla log into 1-inch pieces to create bite-sized roll-up bombs.
  • Place the pieces seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  • Lightly brush the tops of the roll-ups with olive oil or melted butter for a golden finish.
  • Place in the pre-heated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and golden brown.
  • Arrange the roll-up bombs on a serving platter.
  • Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, guacamole or hot sauce, for dipping.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges for a pop of color.
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