Crawfish Enchiladas Con Queso

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 12
Crawfish Enchiladas Con Queso recipe for a spicy indulgence
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup canned green chili , chopped
3/4 cup green bell pepper , finely chopped
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning , plus 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning mix ( divided , to taste ) or 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning , mix plus 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning mix ( divided , to taste )
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
3 cups heavy cream
1 cup sour cream
8 cups grated monterey jack cheese
2 lbs peeled crawfish tails
2/3 cup green onion , finely chopped
1/2 cup cooking oil
20 corn tortillas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
610
Sugar
4g
Fat
42g
Crawfish Enchiladas Con Queso is a traditional Tex-Mex dish that originated in Southeastern Louisiana. It is a dish that is packed with flavor, featuring crawfish tails and spices, all tightly wrapped in a warm tortilla blanket, and covered in creamy melted cheese sauce. This dish is spicy and indulgent, making it a perfect comfort food recipe for seafood lovers. The dish is easy to prepare and goes well with a side of rice, black beans, or a fresh green salad.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C)
2.In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
3.Add the chopped onion, canned green chili, finely chopped green bell pepper, 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning mix, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
4.Add the heavy cream, sour cream, and 4 cups of grated Monterey jack cheese to the skillet. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
5.Add the peeled crawfish tails and green onions to the skillet. Stir to combine.
6.Heat the cooking oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each tortilla for about 5 seconds on each side to soften.
7.Fill each tortilla with the crawfish mixture, roll up, and place seam side down in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
8.Pour the remaining cheese sauce over the enchiladas, and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
9.Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Crawfish Enchiladas Con Queso is a spicy and indulgent dish that is packed with flavor.

It is a perfect comfort food recipe for seafood lovers and can be served as a main or side dish.

CONS

Crawfish Enchiladas Con Queso is a high-calorie dish that is also high in fat and sodium.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crawfish is an excellent source of high-quality protein, low in fat and calories, and high in minerals such as selenium, magnesium, and zinc.
Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that helps to reduce inflammation and improve immunity.

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