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Shrimp Enchiladas

SHRIMP ENCHILADAS – A Coastal Twist on a Classic!
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Delicious shrimp enchiladas baked with creamy sauce and topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 12–14 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1–2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 large jalapeños, seeded and diced (optional)
  • 2 medium vine tomatoes, diced
  • 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 soft flour tortillas (8-inch)
  • 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, freshly grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and generously grease a 9×9 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and diced jalapeños, cooking for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add diced tomatoes and minced garlic, cooking another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, cumin, and salt. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the vegetables and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
  4. Add the shrimp to the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are just opaque throughout. Don’t overcook or they’ll become tough. Remove from heat.
  5. Divide half of the grated cheese among the 4 tortillas, sprinkling it down the center. Using a slotted spoon, divide the cooked shrimp mixture over the cheese, reserving the sauce. Roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  6. Pour the reserved cream sauce evenly over the enchiladas, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.
  7. Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Serve hot with your favorite Mexican sides like rice, beans, or guacamole.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped cilantro or green onions on top before serving.
  • Can substitute shrimp with chicken or vegetables for a different twist.
  • These enchiladas freeze well; just reheat in the oven when ready to eat.

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