Seafood Enchiladas
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I received this recipe from an old friend for the family many years ago, and my family still loves it today. The crab makes it a wonderful change of pace from other weeknight fare. —Donna Roberts of Shumway, Illinois
SERVINGS: 8
CATEGORY: Lower Fat
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 35 min.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup (8 ounces) reduced-fat sour cream
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided
- 2 cups coarsely chopped real or imitation crabmeat
- 8 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
- 1/2 cup chopped tomato
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped ripe olives
Directions:
In a large saucepan, cook onion and garlic in butter over medium heat until tender. Combine sour cream and flour until smooth; gradually add to onion mixture. Stir in the broth, chilies, coriander and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in 1/2 cup cheese.
Place crab in a bowl; stir in 1/2 cup sauce. Spoon equal amounts on tortillas; roll up tightly. Place seam side down in an 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with remaining sauce.
Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes. Top with tomato, green onions and olives. Yield: 8 servings.