Gourmet Shrimp Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Gourmet Shrimp Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 soft taco-size flour tortillas; Filling; 4 tablespoons soft cream cheese; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1/2 lb cooked baby shrimp; 1/2 cup grated Fontina cheese; 1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons finely chopped white onions; 3 tablespoons finely chopped red peppers; fresh ground pepper, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon dill weed; 1/3 lemon, juice of; Sauce; 1/3 cup half-and-half; 3 tablespoons cream cheese; 4 medium roma tomatoes, chopped coarsley; 1/4 cup white onion, chopped coarsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1/3 cup grated Fontina cheese

Servings: persons

8 soft taco-size flour tortillas
Filling
4 tablespoons soft cream cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 lb cooked baby shrimp
1/2 cup grated Fontina cheese
1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons finely chopped white onions
3 tablespoons finely chopped red peppers
fresh ground pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/3 lemon, juice of
Sauce
1/3 cup half-and-half
3 tablespoons cream cheese
4 medium roma tomatoes, chopped coarsley
1/4 cup white onion, chopped coarsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/3 cup grated Fontina cheese

1
Filling:
2
Combine sour cream and cream cheese. Beat by hand until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and combine well. Set aside.
3
Sauce:
4
Heat half and half with cream cheese until melted and smooth (I use the microwave).
5
In a separate small bowl combine tomatoes, onion, parsley, salt, and pepper.
6
To assemble:
7
Lightly oil a shallow casserole large enough to hold 8 enchiladas in one layer. Pour enough of the cream cheese sauce to just lightly coat the bottom of the pan. On the center of each tortilla, place about 3 Tbls. filling mixture. Roll up and place seam-side down in casserole. Pour remaining cream cheese sauce over the enchiladas. Cover with tomato mixture and sprinkle with fontina cheese. Bake at 475 degrees for 10-12 min., until filling is hot and bubbling.

1058

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 soft taco-size flour tortillas, Filling, 4 tablespoons soft cream cheese, 1/4 cup sour cream, and more.

Yes, Gourmet Shrimp Enchiladas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Gourmet Shrimp Enchiladas

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Variations & substitutions

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