Shrimp Fajitas
These Shrimp Fajitas are full of tender shrimp with sauteed veggies. This dish is absolutely delicious with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. jumbo shrimp, peeled, tails on or off
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 large red bell peppers, cut into strips
- 3 large jalapenos, cut into strips
- 1 large onion, cut in half circles
Spice Mix
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. oregano
- ½ tsp. chili powder or to taste
- ½ tsp. sea salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp. pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Make the spice mix. In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.1 tsp. cumin, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. paprika, 1 tsp. oregano, ½ tsp. chili powder, ½ tsp. sea salt, ¼ tsp. pepper
- Prep the shrimp. Pat dry the shrimp with a paper towel, trying to get as much moisture out as possible. Place the shrimp in a bowl and cover them with the seasonings.1 ½ lbs. jumbo shrimp, peeled, tails on or off
- Fry the veggies. Pour 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil into a large skillet and add the bell peppers, jalapenos, and onions. Cook over high heat for about 4-5 minutes, until char marks appear. Season with salt to taste and remove from the skillet.3 tbsp. olive oil, 2 large red bell peppers, cut into strips, 3 large jalapenos, cut into strips, 1 large onion, cut in half circles
- Fry the shrimp. To the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon and a half of olive oil. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and fry them over high heat for a minute or two on each side. Work in two batches, if needed, just to make sure you don't overcrowd the skillet.
- Serve. To serve, return the veggies to the skillet with the shrimp. Heat for one minute, or just until the veggies are hot again. Drizzle the dish with lime juice and sprinkle cilantro on top. Serve with warm tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, and shredded Mexican cheese mix.
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Notes
🔄Recipe Variations
- Cook them in the oven. You can also make these Shrimp Fajitas in the oven on a sheet pan. Spread everything evenly in one layer and cook until done.
- Add poblano peppers. Cooking these peppers adds a sweet and spicy flavor to the dish.
- Make it spicier. Make this dish even spicier by adding some cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Substitute other seasonings. Change up the flavor of this dish with different seasonings, like Berbere, onion powder, or lemon pepper.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in a skillet for a few minutes or microwave gently.
- Freeze: Best enjoyed fresh (shrimp can turn rubbery once frozen and reheated).
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 274mg | Sodium: 461mg | Potassium: 799mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3509IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 3mg