Shrimp Enchiladas with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Parsnips
Shrimp Enchiladas with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Parsnips is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 400°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 400°F.
Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toast cumin seeds in small skillet over medium heat until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes.
Transfer to spice mill; process until finely ground.
Combine parsnips, sweet potatoes, and red onion in large bowl.
Add ground cumin, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, chili powder, oregano, and 1 teaspoon coarse salt; toss to coat.
Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
Roast vegetables until soft and browned in spots, turning occasionally, 35 to 40 minutes.
DO AHEAD: Can be prepared 4 hours ahead.
Let stand at room temperature.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
With machine running, add garlic and jalapeño through feed tube of processor and process until finely chopped.
Add cilantro, green onions, and drained green chiles.
Using on/off turns, process until coarse puree forms.
Add salsa; process to blend.
Transfer salsa mixture to large deep skillet.
Add 1/4 cup crema and stir over medium-low heat just until warm (do not allow to boil).
Remove from heat.
Season salsa mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover and keep warm.
Measure 1 cup roasted vegetables; set aside.
Transfer remaining vegetables to processor.
Using on/off turns, process until coarsely chopped.
Transfer to large bowl.
Add shrimp and toss to incorporate evenly.
Season filling to taste with salt and pepper.
Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat.
Working with 1 tortilla at a time, cook until just softened, about 15 seconds per side (do not allow to brown).
Transfer tortillas to paper towels to drain.
Spread 1/2 cup salsa mixture over bottom of 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
Place 1 tortilla on work surface; sprinkle generous 2 teaspoons crumbled cheese down center.
Top with generous 1/4 cup roasted vegetable filling, arranging down center atop cheese.
Roll up tortilla and place, seam side down, in prepared dish.
Repeat with remaining tortillas, cheese, and filling.
Scatter reserved 1 cup roasted vegetables over enchiladas.
Spoon remaining salsa mixture over.
Sprinkle with any remaining cheese; drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup crema (whisking if necessary to loosen enough to drizzle).
Bake enchiladas until heated through, about 20 minutes.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.