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Crispy Crab and Shrimp Queso Taquitos Recipe | Easy Seafood Appetizer

Crispy Crab and Shrimp Queso Taquitos Recipe | Easy Seafood Appetizer

Crispy Crab and Shrimp Queso Taquitos are an irresistible seafood appetizer filled with creamy queso, tender shrimp, and sweet crab, then rolled and baked or air-fried until perfectly golden. Crunchy on the outside, melty and flavorful inside, they’re perfect for parties or game day.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

200 g cooked shrimp, finely chopped

200 g crab meat

1 cup queso dip or melted cheese sauce

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack

1 tbsp lime juice

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

12 small corn or flour tortillas

Oil spray or oil for brushing

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) or air fryer to 190°C (375°F).

2. In a bowl, mix shrimp, crab meat, queso, shredded cheese, lime juice, and seasonings.

3. Warm tortillas briefly to make them pliable.

4. Spoon filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly.

5. Place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet or air fryer basket.

6. Lightly brush or spray with oil.

7. Bake for 15–18 minutes or air fry for 8–10 minutes until crispy and golden.

8. Serve hot.

Notes

• Serve with salsa, guacamole, or spicy aioli.

• For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños.

• Best enjoyed fresh and crispy.

  • Author: Mila Bryn
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baked, Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 taquitos
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: crab shrimp taquitos, seafood taquitos, queso taquitos