**Over-The-Border Shrimp Enchiladas: A Culinary Journey to Mexico**
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our delectable Over-The-Border Shrimp Enchiladas. This dish is a true culinary masterpiece, featuring succulent shrimp enveloped in a savory, homemade enchilada sauce, all nestled within warm, soft tortillas. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, sure to tantalize your taste buds. Accompanied by three additional enchilada recipes – Classic Beef Enchiladas, zesty Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas, and hearty Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas – this article is your ultimate guide to crafting a fantastic enchilada feast. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of Mexico!
ONE-PAN SHRIMP ENCHILADAS VERDE
If the only thing holding you back from making enchilada verde tonight is the idea of standing over the countertop, stuffing and rolling tortillas, read on. These layered lasagna-style enchiladas cut your work in half. Instead, put all your effort into making a nearly effortless verde sauce with pan-roasted tomatillos, jalapeño and onion. Once that's done, there is little to do but layer and simmer: The shrimp cooks in minutes in the tomatillo bath. For the best flavor, look for wild-caught Gulf or Argentine shrimp. Then, the only challenge here is deciding how to portion fairly for four people (hint: be generous). If you make this in cast-iron, store any leftovers in glass or plastic in the fridge - the sauce is too acidic to spend a long time in a cast-iron pan - and reheat lightly over a very low flame. (Note, too, that the sauce can be made up to two days ahead, and refrigerated.)
Provided by Sarah Copeland
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, fry tortillas two at a time, until soft and lightly brown on the edges, about 30 seconds to 1 minute per side, and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan, along with jalapeño and tomatillos. Increase the heat to high and cook, covered, until tomatillos and jalapeño are blistered and starting to wilt, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add about 3/4 of the onions, reserving a few slices for garnish, reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until the onions are soft and the tomatillos start to slump. Remove from heat to cool slightly.
- Transfer tomatillos, onions and jalapeño to a blender along with most of the cilantro leaves and stems, and salt. Purée until completely smooth.
- Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet and heat over medium heat. Carefully add a third of the sauce (it will sizzle) and lower heat to medium-low. Layer four tortillas, overlapping slightly, along the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle all the shrimp and half the cotija over tortillas. Drizzle in another third of the sauce, followed by the remaining tortillas, sauce and cotija. Cook, covered, over medium-low until shrimp is cooked through and the sauce is thickened and bubbly, and browning a bit around the edges, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat, sprinkle with sliced onions and cilantro and serve with crema or crème fraîche on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 581, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1227 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHEESY SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS
Quick-cooking seafood and mildly spicy chile peppers and salsa make this dish a flavor adventure that my family loves. I've made it with chicken instead of fish, too. Just saute until done. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add shrimp and snapper; cook until shrimp turn pink, 5-7 minutes. Remove from pan., In the same pan, cook and stir salsa, cream cheese, chiles and salt over medium heat just until cream cheese is melted. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheese; remove from heat., Spread 1 cup cheese sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Gently stir remaining cheese sauce into shrimp mixture. Place 1/3 cup shrimp mixture off center on each tortilla. Roll up and place in prepared dish, seam side down. Sprinkle with remaining cheese., Cover and bake until heated through and cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 29g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
SHRIMP ENCHILADAS WITH GREEN SAUCE
I started making these enchiladas last year during the Lenten season. It allows my family to observe Lent and still enjoy Mexican food. When I brought it to school, my co-workers couldn't get enough of it.-Mari Acedo, Chandler, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a skillet, heat 1/2 cup oil over medium-high heat. In batches, fry tortillas until pliable (do not allow to crisp), about 10 seconds on each side. Drain on paper towels. Cover with foil to keep warm and softened., In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes, onions, garlic and cumin; cook and stir until onions are tender, 3-4 minutes. Add shrimp; cook until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes. Stir in spinach; heat through., Place 1/4 cup shrimp mixture off center on each tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon cheese. Roll up and place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, seam side down. Top with sauce; sprinkle with remaining cheese., Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, 25-30 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 24g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 810mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
CREAMY SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS
Shrimp and crab plus a flavorful sauce add up to outstanding enchiladas. I made them for an annual fundraiser, and now they're always in demand. Spice up the recipe to your taste by adding more green chiles and salsa. -Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in broth and soup until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in sour cream, salsa and salt; set aside. , Place cottage cheese in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl; add the shrimp, crab, Monterey Jack cheese, chiles and cilantro. , Spread 1-1/2 cups sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place about 1/3 cup seafood mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down over sauce. Top with the remaining sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until heated through, 30-35 minutes. If desired, top with sliced jalapeno pepper, green onions and chopped cilantro. Serve with additional salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 645 calories, Fat 35g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 252mg cholesterol, Sodium 1812mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 42g protein.
SHRIMP ENCHILADAS
Take your taste buds south of the border with our Shrimp Enchiladas Recipe. Incredibly simple to make, our Shrimp Enchiladas Recipe is ready in just 25 minutes. Plus, our Shrimp Enchiladas Recipe is also a Healthy Living recipe! What are you waiting for? Bring on the seafood.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add shrimp, taco seasoning mix and half the onions; cook and stir 2 min. or until shrimp turn pink. Remove from heat; stir in corn.
- Cook Neufchatel and milk in saucepan on medium heat 3 min. or until Neufchatel is completely melted, stirring frequently with whisk. Remove from heat.
- Spray 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon 1/4 cup shrimp mixture onto 1 tortilla; roll up. Place, seam side down, in prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining shrimp mixture and tortillas. Pour Neufchatel mixture over enchiladas; top with shredded cheese.
- Bake 10 min. or until shredded cheese is melted and enchiladas are heated through. Sprinkle with remaining onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 600 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 17 g
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
CREAMY SHRIMP ENCHILADAS
This is an amazing recipe for shrimp enchiladas. So good!
Provided by Mark
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute bell pepper and onion until slightly soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until starting to turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add to vegetable mixture and stir in cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
- Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly add chicken broth and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese until melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and salsa.
- Stir 1 cup of cheese sauce into the shrimp mixture.
- Fill 1 tortilla with 1/3 cup of the shrimp mixture. Roll tightly and place seam-side down into the prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas; pour remaining sauce over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until the tops are golden brown, about 35 minutes. Sprinkle jalapeno over the top, followed by remaining Monterey Jack cheese. Return to the oven and continue baking until melted, about 5 minutes more.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 193.3 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.6 g, Sodium 1241.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Choose the Right Shrimp: Opt for fresh or frozen shrimp that's deveined and peeled for convenience. Look for medium-sized shrimp (41-50 count per pound) for a perfect filling-to-tortilla ratio.
- Make a Flavorful Marinade: Create a marinade using lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt to infuse the shrimp with zesty Mexican flavors. Let the shrimp marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, for maximum flavor absorption.
- Cook the Shrimp Perfectly: Pan-sear the marinated shrimp in a hot skillet with oil until they turn opaque and slightly pink in the center. Avoid overcooking to maintain their tender texture.
- Prepare the Enchilada Sauce: Blend together roasted tomatoes, garlic, onion, and chili peppers for a flavorful and slightly spicy enchilada sauce. Season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Fill the tortillas with the cooked shrimp, cheese, and any desired additional fillings. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Bake the Enchiladas: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the tortillas and sprinkle with more cheese. Bake the enchiladas in a preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is hot and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the enchiladas with fresh cilantro, chopped onions, and sliced avocado before serving. Accompany them with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for a complete Mexican feast.
Conclusion:
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with these Over-the-Border Shrimp Enchiladas. The combination of succulent shrimp, zesty marinade, flavorful enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese creates a harmonious culinary experience that will delight your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a fiesta or craving a comforting meal, these enchiladas are sure to satisfy. Elevate your next dinner gathering by serving these delectable shrimp enchiladas and immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Mexico.
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