@craveitandplateit: 🦀 Crispy Crab & Shrimp Queso Taquitos Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4–6 (12–16 taquitos) 🛒 Ingredients Seafood Queso Filling * ½ lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped * ½ lb lump crab meat, drained and checked for shells * 4 oz cream cheese, softened * 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese * ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese * 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped * 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped * ½ teaspoon smoked paprika * ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning * ¼ teaspoon onion powder * ¼ teaspoon black pepper * 1 tablespoon lime juice Taquitos * 12–16 small corn tortillas * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra for frying * Toothpicks (optional) For Serving * Sour cream * Queso dip * Salsa or pico de gallo * Fresh cilantro * Lime wedges 👩‍🍳 Instructions 1. Cook the Shrimp * Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. * Add minced garlic and chopped shrimp. * Season with smoked paprika, Old Bay, onion powder, and black pepper. * Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are opaque and fully cooked. * Remove from heat and let cool slightly. 2. Prepare the Seafood Queso Filling * In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, mozzarella, and mayonnaise. * Fold in the cooked shrimp and crab meat. * Add green onions, cilantro, and lime juice. * Mix until creamy and well combined. 3. Fill the Tortillas * Warm the corn tortillas under a damp paper towel in the microwave for 20–30 seconds to soften them. * Place approximately 2 tablespoons of filling along the lower third of each tortilla. * Roll each tortilla tightly. * Secure with a toothpick if necessary. 4. Pan-Fry Until Crispy * Heat about ¼ inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. * Place the taquitos seam-side down in the hot oil. * Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, turning carefully, until golden brown and crispy. * Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. 5. Serve Arrange the crispy taquitos on a serving platter and garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions. Serve with: * Warm queso dip * Sour cream * Salsa or pico de gallo * Lime wedges 🔥 Air Fryer Option * Lightly brush assembled taquitos with oil. * Place seam-side down in the air fryer basket. * Cook at 400°F for 8–12 minutes, turning halfway through. * Cook until golden and crispy. Cooking times vary by air fryer, so check them early. ⭐ Tips * Extra cheesy: Add ¼ cup more Monterey Jack. * Spicy: Mix in diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne. * Extra crispy: Use corn tortillas and avoid overfilling. * Creamier: Add an extra tablespoon of sour cream. * Seafood safety: Cook shrimp thoroughly and keep the filling refrigerated until assembly. #food #dinner #DinnerIdeas #foodtiktok #recipes

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