Description
These Shrimp Fajitas are loaded with bold, smoky flavors, featuring juicy shrimp, sizzling bell peppers, and onions, all tossed in a zesty Tex-Mex seasoning. Serve them in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings for a quick, easy, and satisfying meal—ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
For Serving:
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Cook the Vegetables:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the bell peppers and onion, seasoning with salt, cumin, and chili powder.
- Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly charred. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
Assemble the Fajitas:
- Return the vegetables to the skillet with the shrimp and toss everything together.
- Divide the mixture among warm tortillas.
- Top with cilantro, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side
Notes
- Swap shrimp for chicken or steak for variety.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas for a low-carb version.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 15min
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Tex-Mex
- Method: Stovetop, Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex