Acapulco's Crab Avocado Enchiladas with Cilantro Cream Recipe

Transport your taste buds to vibrant Acapulco with these irresistible Crab Avocado Enchiladas smothered in a velvety cilantro cream sauce. This recipe combines the delicate sweetness of lump crab meat with creamy avocado, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas and topped with Monterey Jack cheese for a gooey finish. The homemade cilantro cream sauce, infused with fresh lime juice and garlic, adds a zesty, herbaceous flair that perfectly complements the seafood filling. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, these enchiladas are baked to golden perfection and garnished with green onions and sliced avocado for a stunning presentation. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is a delightful fusion of refreshing flavors and comforting textures that’s sure to impress at any dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Lump crab meat
• 2 whole Avocado
• 8 pieces Corn tortillas
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Cilantro leaves
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 minced Garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, gently combine the lump crab meat, diced avocado (reserve one avocado for garnish, if desired), and 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable.

Step 4

Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the crab and avocado mixture into the center of each tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 5

In a blender, combine the cilantro leaves, heavy cream, garlic, olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Pour the cilantro cream sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas in the baking dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and additional avocado slices, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm with a side of lime wedges for an extra burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1650.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2955.1

Total Fat 185.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 465.0mg	0%
Sodium 4270.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.7g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 105.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1408.6mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 4426.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.3%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 29.6%