Transform your next meal into a vibrant celebration of flavors with these Enchiladas de Calabacitas con Salsa Crema de Chile. This vegetarian twist on a classic Mexican dish features tender zucchini and sweet corn nestled in warm corn tortillas, all smothered in a luscious poblano cream sauce. Roasted poblano peppers bring a smoky depth to the silky sauce, while a generous layer of melted Monterey Jack or Oaxaca cheese takes this dish to indulgent new heights. Quick to prepare and bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this baked casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve these enchiladas hot, topped with fresh cilantro, and watch them become a new family favorite! Perfect for lovers of creamy Mexican recipes, vegetarian crowd-pleasers, and vibrant zucchini-based dishes!
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Char the poblano peppers directly over a stove flame or under a broiler until their skins are blackened. Place them in a sealed plastic bag for 10 minutes, then peel, de-seed, and roughly chop them.
In a blender, combine the roasted poblano peppers, Mexican crema or sour cream, 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in the flour to make a roux. Slowly pour in the blended chile mixture while whisking constantly. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Set the sauce aside.
Dice the zucchini and onion, and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced zucchini and corn kernels to the skillet. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
Warm the corn tortillas on a hot skillet or in the microwave to make them pliable.
Fill each tortilla with 2-3 tablespoons of the zucchini-corn mixture and a sprinkle of shredded cheese. Roll them up tightly and place them seam-side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Pour the creamy poblano chile sauce over the enchiladas, ensuring they are fully covered.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, before serving.
Serving size | (2627.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 3504.7 |
Total Fat 174.6g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 86.4g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
Cholesterol 352.9mg | 0% |
Sodium 11018.7mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 396.1g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 55.4g | 0% |
Total Sugars 82.8g | |
Protein 119.0g | 0% |
Vitamin D 50.2IU | 0% |
Calcium 2257.4mg | 0% |
Iron 13.7mg | 0% |
Potassium 3955.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories