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Seafood Enchiladas


  • Author: amanda-hart
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

A fresh and exciting take on traditional enchiladas featuring shrimp and crab wrapped in corn tortillas and topped with cheesy goodness.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked crab meat
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, diced green chilies, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Fill each corn tortilla with the seafood mixture, roll them up, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: seafood, enchiladas, shrimp, crab, Mexican cuisine