Shrimp Fajitas
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
60 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Shrimp Fajitas
Description
This recipe uses a homemade fajita seasoning mix with spices including cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, oregano, salt, and paprika that flavors the shrimp and vegetables. The shrimp are marinated briefly in lime juice, olive oil, and most of the seasoning, then seared quickly in a hot pan to retain tenderness and juiciness. The bell peppers and onions are cooked separately in the same pan until they begin to soften, then seasoned and combined with the shrimp to meld the flavors.
The fajitas are typically served with warm tortillas or lettuce wraps and various accompaniments such as guacamole or sliced avocado, sour cream or salsa, grated cheese, and freshly sliced lime, allowing customization to individual tastes.
Leftover shrimp and vegetables can be stored refrigerated for up to three days and reheated briefly in a microwave or skillet. Fresh toppings should be kept separately to maintain texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp deveined and tail off
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium bell pepper sliced (any color
- 1 medium onion sliced, medium
Fajita Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
Optional, for Serving
- avocado guacamole or sliced
- tortilla or lettuce
- sour cream or salsa
Instructions
- Whisk the fajita seasoning in a small bowl.
- To a large bowl, add the shrimp, lime juice, oil, and about ¾ of the fajita seasoning; toss or stir to combine.
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 1 minute on each side or until cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside. To the same pan, add a light drizzle of oil and the bell peppers and onions and cook for about 2-3 minutes, just until they begin to soften. Sprinkle with the remaining fajita seasoning. Push the peppers to one side and return the shrimp to the pan.
- Serve with your fresh tortilla, guacamole or avocado, sour cream or salsa, grated cheese, and freshly sliced lime.
Notes
- Exclude tortillas and toppings from the nutritional calculation as they vary by preference.
- Store leftover shrimp and vegetable fajitas in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to three days.
- Keep fresh toppings like avocado and sour cream separate until serving for best quality.
- Reheat leftovers quickly on medium heat in a skillet or for 20-45 seconds in the microwave to avoid overcooking shrimp.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 186mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2137IU | 43% |
| Vitamin C | 79mg | 88% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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