Crab Shrimp Queso: Easy Indulgence for Your Next Gathering
A delightful and creamy appetizer perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crab meat
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine cream cheese and shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add in crab meat, shrimp, diced tomatoes, green onions, hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Stir well and cook for another 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or bread.
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness by changing the amount of hot sauce.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding spices like paprika or cumin.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg