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Shrimp Fajitas

Quick, flavorful shrimp fajitas made with homemade seasoning, bell peppers, and onions — all in one skillet and ready in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Mexican
Freezer friendly: No
Shelf life: 3 Days
Servings: 4
Author: Samira

Equipment

Ingredients

Main

  • 1½ lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion medium, red or white, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 lime juiced

Seasoning

  • 3/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano (optional)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)
  • zest of ½ lime

Toppings

  • Warm tortillas
  • Avocado slices optional
  • Guacamole optional
  • Pico de gallo optional
  • Salsa roja optional
  • Sour cream optional
  • fresh cilantro leaves optional

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix all the dry seasoning ingredients. Set aside a small spoonful (about one-third) for the vegetables.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the juice of ½ lime to the remaining seasoning and stir to form a loose paste.
  • Pat the shrimp dry and place in a bowl. Pour the seasoning paste over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Set aside while you prepare the vegetables.
  • Toss the sliced peppers and onion with the reserved dry seasoning.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add the seasoned vegetables and sauté for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly charred.
  • Return the shrimp to the skillet. Toss everything together just until heated through. Taste and add an extra squeeze of lime juice if desired.
  • Warm the tortillas and fill with shrimp and vegetables. Add toppings like guacamole, pico de gallo, salsa roja, avocado slices, sour cream, or fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 214mg | Sodium: 1268mg | Potassium: 381mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1594IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1mg