Chipotle Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Name: Chipotle Shrimp Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 pound); 2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped, plus 2 teaspoons of the sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1 1/4 cups thinly sliced poblano chile (about 3 chiles); 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced sweet onion (about 2 small onions); 8 6-inch corn tortillas; beer (optional); Mexican hot sauce (optional); 16 cilantro sprigs; 4 lime wedges

Servings: persons

24 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 pound)
2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped, plus 2 teaspoons of the sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 1/4 cups thinly sliced poblano chile (about 3 chiles)
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced sweet onion (about 2 small onions)
8 6-inch corn tortillas
beer (optional)
Mexican hot sauce (optional)
16 cilantro sprigs
4 lime wedges

1
Ready three layers of a classic stackable steamer (bamboo is easiest to use as a service vessel at the table).
2
Get about a quart of water in the base of your steamer to a full rolling boil.
3
Lay a small square of parchment (or a small stoneware plate) on the first bamboo steamer layer.
4
Toss the shrimp, chipotles, adobo sauce, lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a small mixing bowl.
5
Place the shrimp on the parchment (or plate) inside the steamer layer, and move on to the next step.
6
Toss the poblanos, onions, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small mixing bowl. Place directly into the next steamer layer and stack on top of the shrimp layer.
7
In the top steamer layer, gently overlap the corn tortillas (all 8 of them), like shingles.
8
Place all three steamer layers, with the top covered, onto the steaming water. (The order, from bottom to top, should be: shrimp, peppers and onions, tortillas.)
9
Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the shrimp are fully cooked, the onions and peppers are gently wilted, and the tortillas are soft and pliable.
10
Remove from the heat and bring the whole stack to the table.
11
Have beer, Mexican hot sauce, and washed whole-sprig cilantro available at the table with the lime wedges.

807

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

131

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 pound), 2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped, plus 2 teaspoons of the sauce, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Shrimp Fajitas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chipotle Shrimp Fajitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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