Shrimp Fajitas
A vibrant, flavorful Tex-Mex dish featuring juicy shrimp, bell peppers, and onions sautéed with bold spices, served warm with tortillas and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Avocado slices
- Salsa
- Shredded cheese
Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp: Toss shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.Sauté Veggies: Heat remaining oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add bell peppers and onion; cook 5–6 minutes until softened. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.Cook Shrimp: Push veggies to one side. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink.Finish: Squeeze lime juice over the skillet and toss everything together. Garnish with cilantro.Serve: With warm tortillas and optional toppings.
Notes
- For spicier fajitas, add ½ tsp cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
- Swap shrimp for chicken or steak if preferred.
- Prep veggies ahead to save time.