Description
Crab melt wraps promise a coastal culinary adventure, blending succulent seafood with melted cheese in a convenient, handheld delight. Crisp tortillas and zesty seasonings elevate this dish, ensuring you’ll savor every mouthwatering bite of maritime-inspired comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood/Protein:
- 1 lb crab meat
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup imitation crab meat (optional)
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Wrap and Seasoning:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (for juice)
Instructions
- Thoroughly inspect crab meat for any shell fragments, then gently combine with chives in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Fold the cream cheese mixture into the crab meat, ensuring even distribution of seasonings.
- Lay out flour tortillas on a clean work surface and spread the crab mixture evenly across the center of each wrap.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the crab mixture.
- Carefully fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll tightly to create a compact wrap.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, brushing the surface to ensure even coating.
- Place wraps seam-side down in the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Flip wraps and continue cooking the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and exterior turns golden.
- Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the wraps for a bright, citrusy finish.
- Let wraps rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing diagonally and serving immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
- Carefully inspect crab meat for hidden shell fragments to prevent unexpected crunchy surprises during eating.
- Consider using imitation crab for a more budget-friendly alternative that maintains similar texture and flavor profile.
- Swap flour tortillas with gluten-free options to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising taste and texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or Swiss to create unique flavor variations and personalize the wrap.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg