Seafood Enchiladas

Health score
20%
Seafood Enchiladas
45 min.
12
431kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a delightful culinary adventure? Seafood Enchiladas offer a sumptuous twist on a classic favorite that will impress your family and friends alike. Imagine tender tortillas filled with a delicious blend of crabmeat and shrimp, enveloped in a rich, seasoned tomato sauce, and topped with melty Monterey Jack cheese. It’s a dish that beautifully marries the freshness of seafood with the comfort of Mexican cuisine.

This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends. In just 45 minutes, you can create a meal that not only satisfies but dazzles with vibrant flavors and textures. The combination of creamy sour cream with zesty green chiles creates a mouthwatering sauce that perfectly complements the seafood filling. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and tangy notes that will leave everyone coming back for seconds.

With 12 generous servings, you can easily impress a crowd while catering to varying tastes. Plus, the caloric breakdown reveals a balanced dish rich in protein and packed with flavors that promote both satisfaction and nutrition. So gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and prepare for a delightful journey into the world of seafood enchiladas that will tantalize your taste buds and bring smiles to your table!

Ingredients

  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced canned
  • cups chicken broth 
  • pound crab meat 
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 12 10-inch flour tortillas 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic minced
  •  chiles green chopped
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 12 oz monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 12 servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.5 pound shrimp cooked
  • 0.8 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine broth with flour in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
  2. Add tomatoes with juice, chiles, onion, garlic, sugar and seasonings. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Divide seafood and half of cheese evenly among tortillas; roll up and arrange seam-side down in a greased 15"x10" baking pan. Blend sour cream into tomato mixture. Spoon tomato mixture over enchiladas; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories431kcal
Protein23.41%
Fat36.83%
Carbs39.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.92
Glycemic Load
13.98
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
21.016956821732%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:431.46kcal
21.57%
Fat:17.6g
27.08%
Saturated Fat:9g
56.24%
Carbohydrates:42.74g
14.25%
Net Carbohydrates:38.99g
14.18%
Sugar:6g
6.66%
Cholesterol:81.19mg
27.06%
Sodium:1523.37mg
66.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.17g
50.35%
Vitamin B12:3.68µg
61.32%
Selenium:35.7µg
50.99%
Phosphorus:424.48mg
42.45%
Calcium:377.91mg
37.79%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
29.69%
Copper:0.59mg
29.47%
Zinc:3.96mg
26.37%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.42%
Folate:100.82µg
25.2%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.79%
Iron:3.92mg
21.78%
Vitamin B3:4.32mg
21.62%
Fiber:3.75g
15%
Magnesium:59.67mg
14.92%
Potassium:385.5mg
11.01%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.55%
Vitamin C:7.82mg
9.48%
Vitamin K:9.06µg
8.63%
Vitamin A:395.45IU
7.91%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.81%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.06%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes