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Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp Fajitas are a Mexican restaurant classic that's so easy to make at home. This recipe is packed with peppers, onions, shrimp, homemade seasoning, and all the best toppings. A quick and easy dinner that's even better than takeout!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 259kcal
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil for sautéing
  • 1 1/2 pounds raw shrimp peeled & deveined
  • fajita seasoning
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 orange bell pepper
  • 1 medium onion
  • 10 flour tortillas
  • sour cream queso fresco, jalapeños, and cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peppers, onions, half of the seasoning mix, and 1-2 tablespoons of water. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Remove from pan.
  2. Using the same skillet, heat an additional 1-2 tablespoons of oil. Add the shrimp and the remainder of the seasoning and cook for about 5 minutes, until shrimp is pink and no longer translucent.
  3. Once the shrimp is fully coked, add the peppers and onions back into the skillet and stir together.
  4. Divide the mixture evenly among tortillas and top as desired.

Notes

Homemade Fajita Seasoning:
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 753mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g