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Seafood Enchiladas

Seafood Enchiladas: Creamy Shrimp & Crab Delight to Savor

Indulge in Seafood Enchiladas, a satisfying dish filled with shrimp and crab wrapped in tortillas, drenched in a creamy sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and chopped, fresh or frozen
  • 8 ounces Lump Crab Meat Fresh or canned
  • 1 medium Onion Diced, or substitute with shallots
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Or substitute with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Or gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups Broth Chicken or vegetable, homemade preferred
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Or Greek yogurt
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Or Neufchâtel cheese
For Assembly
  • 8 medium Flour Tortillas Or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Or cheddar for a sharper taste

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium saucepan
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Seafood Enchiladas
  1. Prepare the Filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of butter and diced onion, sautéing until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add peeled and chopped shrimp, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, roughly 4-5 minutes. Stir in lump crab meat, season lightly with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
  2. Make the Creamy Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute until it turns a light golden color. Gradually add 2 cups of broth while stirring continuously, allowing the mixture to thicken for about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat before stirring in ½ cup sour cream and 4 oz cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Assemble the Enchiladas: Warm 8 flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for about 20 seconds to make them pliable. Spoon a generous amount of seafood filling into the center of each tortilla. Roll them tightly and place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish, leaving space between each enchilada.
  4. Top and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the creamy sauce over the assembled enchiladas, covering them evenly. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top, bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For a delightful side, consider pairing this with cilantro lime rice or a fresh salad. Let the flavors of these Seafood Enchiladas transport you to coastal bliss!

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