Shrimp Con Queso Recipe

Name: Shrimp Con Queso
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (16 ounce) can peeled tomatoes with juice, drained and finely chopped; 3/4 cup milk; 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese; 2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 lb medium shrimp, cooked,peeled,deveined and finely chopped; hot mexican hot pepper sauce, to taste; tortilla chips, for dipping

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) can peeled tomatoes with juice, drained and finely chopped
3/4 cup milk
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 lb medium shrimp, cooked,peeled,deveined and finely chopped
hot mexican hot pepper sauce, to taste
tortilla chips, for dipping

1
In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.
2
Add the onion and jalapeno and cook, stirring often, until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
3
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring often, until they give off their juices and they evaporate, about 5 minutes.
5
(The mixture should look somewhat dry.) Add the milk and bring to a simmer.
6
In a medium bowl, toss the Monterey Jack and Cheddar with the cornstarch.
7
Stir the cheese into the milk mixture, a handful at a time, stirring with the hot sauce.
8
Transfer to a mini crockpot or fondue pot.
9
Serve warm, with the tortilla chips for dipping.

657

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Con Queso falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Con Queso

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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