Indulge in a delectable journey of flavors with these easy-to-make crabmeat enchiladas, a harmonious blend of succulent crab, creamy fillings, and a tantalizing enchilada sauce. These delightful enchiladas are not just a culinary delight but also a breeze to prepare, ensuring a satisfying meal without the hassle. Discover the secrets behind this mouthwatering dish, from selecting the perfect crabmeat to mastering the art of rolling and baking these delectable treats. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Additionally, the article presents a versatile collection of other enchilada recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From classic beef and cheese enchiladas to vegetarian black bean and corn enchiladas, and even a tantalizing seafood enchilada casserole, there's a recipe here to cater to every palate and preference. Get ready to expand your culinary horizons and delight in the diverse flavors of enchiladas.
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SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS
These crab and shrimp stuffed enchiladas taste like the ones served at a popular Mexican restaurant in my area. My husband just loves them. After sprinkling the cheese over the enchiladas before baking, you can also garnish with tomatoes, cilantro, olive slices, or whatever other garnish you enjoy.
Provided by Cathy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet, saute onions in 1 tablespoon butter until transparent. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in crabmeat and shrimp. Shred the cheese and mix half of it into the seafood. Place a large spoonful of the mixture into each tortilla. Roll the tortillas up around the mixture and arrange the rolled tortillas in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine half-and-half, sour cream, 1/4 cup butter, parsley and garlic salt. Stir until the mixture is lukewarm and blended. Pour sauce over the enchiladas, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 135.8 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 20.6 g, Sodium 1078 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
SHRIMP AND CRAB ENCHILADAS
Enchiladas made with shrimp, crab and Jack cheese. This is a great dish with a Southwestern flair.
Provided by CHRISTYJ
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Lay tortillas on a flat surface. In the middle of each tortilla place equal amounts of cheese, crab, and shrimp. Set aside some cheese to sprinkle on top of the tortillas. Roll the tortillas to form enchiladas. Arrange side by side in a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Pour green enchilada sauce over all of the enchiladas; the green sauce should cover the enchiladas completely. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the enchiladas.
- Cover, and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove cover, and continue baking 15 minutes. Top enchiladas with sour cream and green onions to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.8 calories, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 995.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CHEESY CRAB ENCHILADAS
While I was in college, my roommates and I loved the taste of ranch dressing - it was our condiment of choice for almost everything. So I created these rich delectable crab enchiladas - with ranch dressing mix as my secret ingredient. -Kelly Mockler, Madison, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 enchiladas.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, dressing mix and 3 tablespoons milk until smooth. Set aside 3/4 cup for topping. , In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the crab, olives, chilies, pepper and salt. Fold crab mixture and 1-1/2 cups Monterey Jack into remaining cream cheese mixture., Spoon about 2/3 cup down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine the remaining milk and reserved cream cheese mixture until blended; pour over tortillas. , Sprinkle with Colby and remaining Monterey Jack. Cover and bake 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with the green onions, tomatoes, lettuce and olives if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 991 calories, Fat 58g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 258mg cholesterol, Sodium 2421mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 55g protein.
QUICK & EASY CRAB ENCHILADAS
Make and share this Quick & Easy Crab Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Meredith K.
Categories Crab
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Sauté mushrooms in oil.
- Turn heat to low.
- Add green onions, 1/4 cup of the salsa, cream cheese, cumin oregano and crab.
- Stir until cream cheese is melted, then add half the jack cheese.
- Roll up in tortillas and place in a greased 7 x 11 glass baking dish.
- Spoon remaining salsa on top, then sprinkle on remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 15 minutes.
CRABMEAT ENCHILADAS
This is so good. A different twist on enchiladas. It has been around my house for a long time. It is adapted from a recipe in a 1979 edition of Seasoned with Sun.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
- Saute onion in oil, add flour, milk and chili.
- Cook until medium thick.
- Reserve 1/4 cup of cheeses to sprinkle over top of sauce.
- Heat 1/2 to 1 tsp of canola oil at a time in skillet.
- When oil is warm quickly dip tortillas in oil until soft and warm.
- Immediately put 1 Tablespon each of cheese, crabmeat and sauce in tortilla and roll up.
- Place seam side down in a 11x7 inch pan.
- Repeat until all tortillas are used.
- Pour the remaining sauce on top and sprinkle with reserved cheeses.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.4, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 100.5, Sodium 1125.5, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 10.6, Protein 39
CRAB MEAT ENCHILADAS
Provided by Food Network
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Heat water on stove at medium temperature, add red peppers. Boil until peppers soften (about 7-10 minutes). While red peppers soften, chop onion, cilantro and mix together. Mix the two cheeses together in a bowl. When red peppers soften, transfer them into blender. Add 2 cups of the same boiled water, salt, and garlic to blender. Blend for 2-3 minutes. Using a bowl and a strainer, strain this mixture to remove seeds and remaining skin. Add 1 cup of HERDEZ® Salsa Casera to mixture. Mix well. Add grapeseed oil to skillet and heat. Soften tortillas in grapeseed oil for 10-20 sec. Set on paper towel until all tortillas are done. Dip tortillas into red sauce and lay on flat surface, add crab and roll. Place rolled tortillas into a 9 x 13 pan. Use remaining red sauce to cover rolled tortillas. Pour 1/2 cup of remaining HERDEZ® salsa over mixture. Sprinkle cheese over the salsa. Pour remaining 1/2 cups of HERDEZ® salsa over cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven. Sprinkle the onion and cilantro mixture over the cheese. Drizzle the Mexican cream over mixture. Serves 4
- Guacamole:
- Mix together mashed avocado, diced onions, diced tomatoes, lime juice and HERDEZ® Salsa Verde. Serve.
Tips:
- Choose fresh and high-quality crabmeat for the best flavor.
- Use a variety of cheeses to create a rich and flavorful filling.
- Don't overcook the crabmeat, as it will become tough.
- Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Conclusion:
Crabmeat enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are filled with a creamy and flavorful crabmeat mixture and topped with a gooey cheese sauce. These enchiladas are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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