Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of shrimp fajitas, a dish that combines succulent shrimp with colorful bell peppers and onions, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these fajitas are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it shimmer.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and season with half of the spices. Sauté until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes). Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and sauté sliced peppers and onions until tender and slightly charred (about 5-7 minutes).
- Return shrimp to the pan along with remaining spices; stir for another minute until fragrant.
- Warm tortillas in another pan or microwave.
- Serve by loading each tortilla with shrimp and veggies; top with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fajitas (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes before cooking. Swap shrimp for chicken or veggies based on your preferences. Add jalapeños for an extra kick or garnish with fresh cilantro and lime.