Baked crab quesadillas appetizers are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that can elevate any gathering or occasion. These handheld delights combine the delicious taste of crab with gooey cheese and crispy tortillas, creating a flavorful and satisfying snack or appetizer. Whether you're looking to impress your guests at a party or simply want a tasty treat for a movie night at home, baked crab quesadillas are a perfect choice. With endless variations and fillings to explore, these quesadillas offer a versatile and customizable culinary experience. Let's delve into the world of baked crab quesadillas and discover the best recipe to tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CRAB QUESADILLAS
Quesadillas make a great snack as well as an easy lunch or supper! Kids just love them! This one can be easily made with shrimp, as well. :)
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Shred crab meat; mix together with sour cream, lime juice, and green onions in a small bowl.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Heat griddle or small frying pan with a small amount of oil or cooking spray.
- Take a tortilla, place about 1/8 of crab mixture on it and spread evenly.
- Top with 1oz.
- (about 1/4 cup) cheese and sprinkle with some chopped cilantro.
- Place on hot griddle; when cheese starts to melt, fold in half.
- Allow to heat through and brown nicely, then remove from heat.
- Repeat with other tortillas.
- Quesadillas can be kept warm on a stoneware plate or baking dish in the oven on warm while you are busy with the others.
- Serve topped with a dallop of sour cream or guacamole, and wedges of lime, if you wish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.8, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 27.9, Sodium 116.2, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 6.9
CHEESY CRAB QUESADILLAS
This tasty quesadillas are made with crab, cheese, olives and chiles.
Provided by Land O'Lakes
Categories Lunch Shellfish Crab Quesadilla Main Course Seafood Meat, poultry, and seafood Seafood Meat, poultry, and seafood
Yield 32 appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Combine all quesadilla ingredients except tortillas and butter in bowl. Brush 1 side of each tortilla with butter. Place tortillas, buttered-side down, onto ungreased baking sheet.
- Spread about 1/2 cup filling on each tortilla; fold in half. Press together lightly.
- Bake 7-10 minutes or until heated through. Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges. Serve with desired toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 calories, Fat 0 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 0 milligrams, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 0 grams
CRAB CAKE BITES
These appetizer bites are a mini way to enjoy crab cakes for your next gathering. Crab, fresh chives and spices are folded into bread crumbs, shaped and baked for the perfect bite. Serve with lemon-garlic sauce for dipping.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
- In medium bowl, stir together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, the egg, chives, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Fold in crabmeat and bread crumbs until well blended (mixture will be moist). Using measuring tablespoon, shape mixture into 36 (1 1/2-inch) balls. Place on cookie sheet.
- Bake 16 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned and hot in center. Cool 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together Lemon-Garlic Sauce ingredients until blended. Serve bites with sauce and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
BAKED CRAB QUESADILLAS APPETIZERS
Unlike most quesadillas, these are baked, not fried. These are also cut into thirds for appetizers, but if you'd like, leave them whole and have them for a meal! I love crab, and I love cheese. I also tend to like flour tortillas! So this is something that worked out well in my appetizer repertoire!
Provided by breezermom
Categories Crab
Time 25m
Yield 4 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine butter and oil; set aside.
- Saute onion, peppers, and garlic in 2 tbsp reserved butter mixture in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until tender. Remove from heat. Gently stir in crabmeat and next 3 ingredients.
- Place on tortillas on baking sheets; brush 1 side of each tortilla with remaining butter mixture. Turn tortillas over; spread crabmeat mixture evenly over half of each tortilla, and sprinkle with cheese. Fold tortillas in half.
- Bake at 475 degrees for 4 minutes or until golden. Cut each tortilla into thirds. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1201, Fat 57, SaturatedFat 19.3, Cholesterol 143.1, Sodium 2617.3, Carbohydrate 122.4, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 6.4, Protein 47.9
CRISPY OPEN-FACED QUESADILLAS
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 16 wedges
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- Preheat the broiler.
- Brush the tortillas on both sides with vegetable oil and lightly salt. Heat a large saute pan over medium heat and cook the tortillas, 1 at a time, until slightly golden on both sides. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, lime zest and juice, cumin, and salt and pepper, to taste, until smooth. Pour into a plastic squeeze bottle or sturdy resealable plastic bag and cut small tip in corner.
- Arrange the browned tortillas on a baking sheet and sprinkle evenly with cheese. (You may need to do this in batches if both tortillas don't fit on 1 tray.) Broil until the cheese bubbles and begins to brown, about for 1 to 2 minutes, (be careful not to burn). Slice each quesadilla into 8 wedges and drizzle sour cream decoratively over the top. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.
BAKED CRAB CAKES
These jumbo lump crab cakes taste just like the Chesapeake Bay style you would order from a restaurant. This recipe makes 4 jumbo crab cakes or 6 medium-sized crab cakes.
Provided by PATLUVSCOOKING
Categories Crab Cakes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Gently fold crabmeat, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, mustard, and seafood seasoning together in a large bowl, being careful not to overshred crabmeat. Season with salt and pepper. Gently fold in egg. Form mixture into 4 large patties and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 134.5 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 693.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Choose Fresh Crab Meat: Opt for fresh crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Use Quality Cheese: Use a good quality melting cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar, for a gooey and flavorful filling.
- Season the Crab Mixture: Don't forget to season the crab mixture with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
- Don't Overfill the Quesadillas: Avoid overfilling the quesadillas, as this can make them difficult to fold and may cause the filling to spill out.
- Cook Quesadillas Over Medium Heat: Cook the quesadillas over medium heat to prevent the tortillas from burning while allowing the cheese to melt and the crab mixture to warm through.
- Serve Quesadillas with Dipping Sauce: Serve the baked crab quesadillas with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Conclusion:
Baked Crab Quesadillas are a delicious and versatile appetizer that can be easily prepared with simple ingredients. By following these tips, you can create crispy, flavorful quesadillas that are sure to impress your guests. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a quick and satisfying snack, these quesadillas are a great option. Experiment with different variations of the filling, such as adding different types of cheese or vegetables, to create your own unique and delicious recipe. Enjoy!
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