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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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Shrimp Enchiladas with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Parsnips
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Prep Time 30 mins
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Cook Time 60 mins
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Total Time 90 mins
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Servings 4 Servings
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Calories ~480 kcal
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Difficulty Expert
Difficulty Levels Guide
  • Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
  • Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
  • Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
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Ingredients Required

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18 Items
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Step-by-Step Cooking Method

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Total 38 Steps
01

Preheat oven to 400°F.

02

Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

03

Toast cumin seeds in small skillet over medium heat until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes.

04

Transfer to spice mill; process until finely ground.

05

Combine parsnips, sweet potatoes, and red onion in large bowl.

06

Add ground cumin, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, chili powder, oregano, and 1 teaspoon coarse salt; toss to coat.

07

Transfer to prepared baking sheet.

08

Roast vegetables until soft and browned in spots, turning occasionally, 35 to 40 minutes.

09

DO AHEAD: Can be prepared 4 hours ahead.

10

Let stand at room temperature.

11

Preheat oven to 375°F.

12

With machine running, add garlic and jalapeño through feed tube of processor and process until finely chopped.

13

Add cilantro, green onions, and drained green chiles.

14

Using on/off turns, process until coarse puree forms.

15

Add salsa; process to blend.

16

Transfer salsa mixture to large deep skillet.

17

Add 1/4 cup crema and stir over medium-low heat just until warm (do not allow to boil).

18

Remove from heat.

19

Season salsa mixture to taste with salt and pepper.

20

Cover and keep warm.

21

Measure 1 cup roasted vegetables; set aside.

22

Transfer remaining vegetables to processor.

23

Using on/off turns, process until coarsely chopped.

24

Transfer to large bowl.

25

Add shrimp and toss to incorporate evenly.

26

Season filling to taste with salt and pepper.

27

Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat.

28

Working with 1 tortilla at a time, cook until just softened, about 15 seconds per side (do not allow to brown).

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Transfer tortillas to paper towels to drain.

30

Spread 1/2 cup salsa mixture over bottom of 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish.

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Place 1 tortilla on work surface; sprinkle generous 2 teaspoons crumbled cheese down center.

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Top with generous 1/4 cup roasted vegetable filling, arranging down center atop cheese.

33

Roll up tortilla and place, seam side down, in prepared dish.

34

Repeat with remaining tortillas, cheese, and filling.

35

Scatter reserved 1 cup roasted vegetables over enchiladas.

36

Spoon remaining salsa mixture over.

37

Sprinkle with any remaining cheese; drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup crema (whisking if necessary to loosen enough to drizzle).

38

Bake enchiladas until heated through, about 20 minutes.

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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.

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