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Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Creating delectable Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas is straightforward when you follow these easy steps:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sauté Shrimp: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
  3. Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  4. Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, mix the heavy cream with salsa verde. Set aside.
  5. Assemble Enchiladas: Warm the tortillas slightly in a pan to make them pliable. Fill each tortilla with a portion of the shrimp mixture and a sprinkle of shredded cheese, then roll tightly.
  6. Place in Baking Dish: Spread a layer of the cream sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place each rolled tortilla seam-side down in the dish.
  7. Cover with Sauce: Pour the remaining cream sauce over the tortillas. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.
  8. Bake: Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

By following these steps, your Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas will be full of flavor and ready for enjoyment!

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