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Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream

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Experience the burst of flavors with Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream, a smoky and creamy delight perfect for any dinner gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Flaky White Fish (cod or tilapia)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Gluten-free option
  • 8 pieces Flour Tortillas
For the Chipotle Cream Sauce
  • 2 pepper Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Adjust for spice level
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Can substitute with cashew cream
For Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Diced Avocado
  • 1/2 cup Pickled Red Onions
  • 1 cup Cheese (Monterey Jack or blend) Optional

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • baking dish
  • plate
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and cook the flaky white fish for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque. Flake the fish into bite-sized pieces.
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  3. In a blender, blend chipotle peppers, sour cream, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust spice level as desired.
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  4. Warm the tortillas in a skillet for 20-30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  5. Take one warm tortilla, fill it with fish and chipotle cream sauce, and roll it tightly. Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  6. Pour additional chipotle cream sauce over the assembled enchiladas, covering them completely. Optionally sprinkle cheese on top.
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden-brown.
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream
  8. Allow enchiladas to cool slightly, then serve warm garnished with diced avocado or pickled red onions.
    Fish Enchiladas with Chipotle Cream

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These enchiladas are a crowd-pleaser and can be prepared ahead of time to save effort during busy meals.

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