Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

A sizzling Mexican-inspired dish featuring seasoned shrimp, colorful bell peppers, and onions served in warm tortillas. Ready in 30 minutes, this easy one-pan meal delivers restaurant-quality fajitas perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serves 4-6.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 14

Total Time: 29

Servings:

Calories: 425kcal

Cost: $25.68

Equipment

Large cast-iron skillet (12-inch recommended)
Sharp knife for vegetable prep
Cutting board
Mixing bowls
Measuring spoons
Tongs for cooking

Ingredients

Fajita Seasoning:

2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Main Ingredients:

2 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined
3 bell peppers mix of colors, sliced
2 medium onions sliced
4 tablespoon olive oil
2 fresh limes
12-16 flour tortillas 6-inch

For Serving:

Fresh cilantro
Lime wedges
Sour cream
Guacamole
Pico de gallo
Shredded cheese

Instructions

Make Seasoning:

Mix all seasoning ingredients in a bowl
Reserve 1 tablespoon for vegetables

Prep Shrimp:

Pat shrimp dry
Toss with 2 tablespoon oil and seasoning
Marinate 10-15 minutes

Cook Vegetables:

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high
Add peppers and onions
Season with reserved spice mix
Cook 8-10 minutes until crisp-tender
Remove from skillet

Cook Shrimp:

Heat remaining oil in same skillet
Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side
Return vegetables to skillet
Squeeze lime juice over all
Toss to combine

Serve:

Warm tortillas
Fill with shrimp mixture
Add desired toppings

Notes

Use high heat for proper searing
Don't overcrowd shrimp
Cook in batches if needed
Get skillet very hot for restaurant-style sizzle

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