Description
Shrimp Con Queso is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich cheese sauce, perfect for dipping or as a topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the shrimp over medium heat until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, combine cream cheese and shredded cheese over low heat, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Add diced tomatoes, green onions, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture.
- Stir in the cooked shrimp until well combined.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Pair with a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Shrimp Con Queso, creamy shrimp dip, cheese sauce, Mexican appetizer