Cheesy Seafood Tortilla Bombs (Printable)
Golden tortilla parcels stuffed with creamy seafood and melted cheese blend
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 5.3 oz cooked shrimp, chopped
02 - 3.5 oz cooked crab meat or imitation crab, shredded
→ Dairy & Cheese
03 - 4.2 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 3.5 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1.8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
→ Vegetables & Flavorings
06 - 2 spring onions, finely sliced
07 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Zest of 1 lemon
11 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
12 - ½ tsp salt
13 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Tortillas
14 - 8 small flour tortillas, 6-inch diameter
→ For Frying
15 - Vegetable oil for shallow frying
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, spring onions, red bell pepper, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
02 - Lay out a tortilla and place about 2–3 tablespoons of the seafood-cheese mixture in the center. Gather the edges up and twist gently to form a sealed bomb. Secure with a toothpick if needed. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
03 - Heat ½–¾ inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
04 - Fry the tortilla bombs in batches, seam-side down first, for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
05 - Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between the crunchy exterior and the melty cheesy center is pure magic
- They come together faster than you think and reheat beautifully for leftovers
02 -
- Do not overfill the tortillas or the cheese will burst through during frying
- Make sure your oil is hot enough before adding the bombs or they will turn soggy
03 -
- Use cooked seafood that is completely dry before mixing to prevent a soggy filling
- Let the bombs rest for a minute after frying so the filling sets slightly