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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Servings: 10
Calories: 259kcal
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
- 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.
- 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.
- Once the shrimp is fully coked, add the peppers and onions back into the skillet and stir together.
- 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