**A Culinary Journey of Corn and Crab Quesadillas: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**
Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our corn and crab quesadillas, a harmonious blend of sweet corn, succulent crab meat, and a symphony of Mexican spices, wrapped in a warm tortilla embrace. These quesadillas are a testament to the perfect balance between crispy and soft textures, offering a delightful crunch with every bite. Accompanied by our three irresistible dipping sauces – a creamy avocado sauce, a zesty pico de gallo, and a smoky chipotle sauce – these quesadillas promise an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where corn and crab dance gracefully together, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.
CORN AND CRAB QUESADILLAS
Creamy seafood and corn put a new spin on quesadillas that are ready in minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, corn, cilantro, onions, pimientos, pepper and red pepper. Fold in crabmeat. Spread 2/3 cup of the crabmeat mixture over each tortilla; fold tortilla in half, pressing lightly. Brush both sides of each tortilla with butter.
- In 12-inch skillet, cook 3 tortillas at a time over medium-high heat about 5 minutes, turning once, until light brown. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g
CORN AND CRAB QUESADILLAS
Make and share this Corn and Crab Quesadillas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cucina Casalingo
Categories Crab
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, corn, cilantro, onions, pimientos, pepper and red pepper. Fold in crabmeat.
- Spread 2/3 cup of the crabmeat mixture over each tortilla; fold tortilla in half, pressing lightly.
- Brush both sides of each tortilla with butter.
- In 12-inch skillet, cook 3 tortillas at a time over medium-high heat about 5 minutes, turning once, until light brown.
- Garnish with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.1, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 158.4, Sodium 786.9, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 27.3
CORN AND CRAB QUESADILLAS
Creamy seafood and corn put a new spin on quesadillas that are ready in minutes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, corn, cilantro, onions, pimientos, pepper and red pepper. Fold in crabmeat. Spread 2/3 cup of the crabmeat mixture over each tortilla; fold tortilla in half, pressing lightly. Brush both sides of each tortilla with butter.
- In 12-inch skillet, cook 3 tortillas at a time over medium-high heat about 5 minutes, turning once, until light brown. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh corn and crab meat.
- If you don't have fresh corn, you can use frozen or canned corn, but be sure to drain it well.
- For a spicier quesadilla, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the corn and crab mixture.
- If you don't have any queso fresco, you can use mozzarella or cheddar cheese instead.
- Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Conclusion:
These corn and crab quesadillas are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover corn and crab meat. With their crispy tortillas, flavorful filling, and melty cheese, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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