Description
Mexican comfort dish Cheesy Shrimp Enchiladas deliver spicy coastal flavors in a rich, satisfying meal. Seafood lovers will savor delicate shrimp nestled in warm tortillas, blanketed with zesty sauce and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 8–10 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup (120g) shredded monterey jack or cheddar cheese (for topping)
- 1 cup (120g) shredded monterey jack cheese
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- ½ cup onion, finely diced
- ½ cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- ¼ cup (60g) sour cream
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsps fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Aromatic Base: Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent, releasing their fragrant essence and establishing a robust foundation for the enchilada filling.
- Shrimp Preparation: Add shrimp to the skillet, infusing with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, creating a bold and flavorful protein core.
- Filling Integration: Combine cooked shrimp with diced tomatoes and corn, crafting a vibrant and textured mixture that promises complex flavor profiles.
- Cream Sauce Creation: Construct a velvety sauce by whisking a golden roux of butter and flour, methodically incorporating chicken broth to achieve a silky smooth consistency.
- Sauce Enrichment: Temper the sauce with heavy cream, shredded cheese, and sour cream, elevating the texture and depth of the creamy companion to the enchiladas.
- Assembly Technique: Gently warm tortillas, distribute the shrimp filling, and roll tightly, positioning each enchilada seam-side down in a prepared baking vessel.
- Final Preparation: Lavish the enchiladas with the decadent cream sauce, generously coating each roll and topping with an abundant layer of shredded cheese.
- Culinary Finale: Bake uncovered in a preheated oven until the enchiladas bubble with enthusiasm and the cheese transforms into a golden-brown masterpiece.
- Presentation: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve alongside zesty accompaniments like salsa or guacamole, completing this Mexican-inspired culinary experience.
Notes
- Prevent Shrimp Overcooking: Watch shrimp carefully while sautéing, removing from heat immediately when they turn pink to maintain tender, juicy texture and avoid rubbery consistency.
- Create Smooth Cream Sauce: Whisk roux continuously and add liquids gradually to prevent lumps, ensuring a silky, velvety sauce without grainy texture.
- Enhance Tortilla Flexibility: Warm tortillas briefly in microwave or skillet before filling to prevent cracking and improve rolling technique for perfectly sealed enchiladas.
- Customize Spice Levels: Adjust chili powder and seasonings according to personal heat preference, allowing flexibility for mild or spicier versions of the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg