Description
Crab Shrimp Queso is a creamy, indulgent dip that combines the rich flavors of fresh lump crab meat and succulent shrimp with melted cheeses. Perfect for game nights, parties, or cozy evenings at home, this dish offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Serve it warm alongside tortilla chips or crusty bread for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh lump crab meat
- 8 oz peeled and deveined shrimp
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chopping green onions and thawing frozen seafood.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually stir in cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until fully melted.
- Gently fold in crab meat and shrimp until evenly distributed.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and garlic; cook for an additional 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions alongside tortilla chips or bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 120mg