Shrimp Fajitas
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
183 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Shrimp Fajitas
Description
This recipe prepares a shrimp filling by quickly sautéing bell peppers and onions in vegetable oil until tender and slightly charred. A seasoning mix including chili powder, cumin, garlic and onion powders, combined with smoked paprika, adds depth and smoky warmth to the vegetables and shrimp. Adding shrimp to the cooked vegetables and coating them in the seasoning, cooking until opaque and firm, completes the filling.
The result is a vibrant combination of tender shrimp and softened, flavorful vegetables with balanced spice. Serving with warm flour tortillas and additional toppings lets diners customize their fajitas to taste. Lime wedges provide optional acidity to brighten the dish.
This method promotes quick cooking with a focus on layered seasoning, suitable for casual meals. The use of dried spices blends smoky and earthy notes complementing the natural sweetness of the shrimp and peppers.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cups bell pepper red, orange, yellow or a combination, sliced
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed if desired, large
- lime optional, wedges for serving
- flour tortilla plus fajita toppings of your choice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan over high heat. Add the peppers and onion to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and charred on the edges. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and sprinkle the seasoning blend over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir to combine.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Sprinkle the cilantro over the top and serve. Garnish with lime wedges if desired. Serve the flour tortillas and toppings on the side and have everyone assemble their own fajitas.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 183 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 183kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 285mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 902mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 307mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2750IU | 55% |
| Vitamin C | 101.8mg | 113% |
| Calcium | 179mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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