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Sizzling Shrimp Fajitas

Juicy Sizzling Shrimp Fajitas That Wow Your Taste Buds

Sizzling Shrimp Fajitas offer a quick, flavorful escape from mundane meals, perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fajitas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder adds a smoky kick
  • 1 teaspoon cumin brings a warm, earthy note
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder amplifies the savory profile
  • Salt to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium sweet onion sliced
For Assembly
  • 4 small flour or corn tortillas your choice
  • 2 juices limes about 4 tbsp
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Medium bowl
  • serving plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the sweet onion into thin strips.
  2. Combine the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt in a medium bowl and add the shrimp, tossing to coat.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers, sautéing for about 5 minutes until tender.
  4. Push vegetables to one side of the skillet, add shrimp to the other side, and cook for 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Mix shrimp with the sautéed vegetables, squeeze lime juice over, and stir to combine.
  6. Warm tortillas in a separate skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and slightly toasty.
  7. Fill tortillas with the shrimp and vegetable mixture, adding toppings if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fajitaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Don’t overcook the shrimp; it can lead to tough textures. Use fresh spices for a vibrant flavor profile.

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