Jerk Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Name: Jerk Shrimp Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, medium, raw, peeled; 2 limes, juice of; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons jerk seasoning (more or less, depending on taste); 2 tablespoons regular olive oil (not extra virgin); 1 green bell pepper; 1 red bell pepper; 1 onion; 1 1 glass wine or 1 glass water, on hand for deglazing the pan if needed; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1 dash cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons milk; 1/4 cup mango salsa or 1/4 cup pineapple salsa; 3 sprigs cilantro; 6 large tortillas (burrito size)

Servings: persons

1 lb shrimp, medium, raw, peeled
2 limes, juice of
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons jerk seasoning (more or less, depending on taste)
2 tablespoons regular olive oil (not extra virgin)
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 onion
1 1 glass wine or 1 glass water, on hand for deglazing the pan if needed
1/4 cup sour cream
1 dash cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup mango salsa or 1/4 cup pineapple salsa
3 sprigs cilantro
6 large tortillas (burrito size)

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1. Combine the shrimp, lime juice, garlic, Jerk Seasoning, and 1 T of the olive oil in a small bowl or ziploc bag to marinate.
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2. Meanwhile, heat the other 1 T olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
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3. Slice the green and red bell peppers and add them to the hot pan.
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4. Slice the onion and add it to the pan. Stir occasionally.
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5. As the vegetables are cooking, prepare the condiments as follows:
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6. Mix the sour cream, cayenne pepper, and milk together in a small bowl.
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7. Chop the cilantro.
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8. Open the jar of salsa and put a spoon in it. :-).
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9. When the vegetables are nicely browned and a nice fond has developed on the pan, add the shrimp mixture and scrape the pan to deglaze, stirring frequently. Use your beer, wine, or water to add moisture to the pan only if needed. (Otherwise it will get too runny, ick).
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10. While shrimp is cooking, cover the tortillas with damp paper towels on a plate and microwave for 1 minute.
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11. When the shrimp are opaque and the liquid is mostly absorbed, remove from heat.
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12. Scoop fajita filling onto warm tortillas and top with sour cream mixture, salsa, and cilantro. Wrap, burrito style and serve.

380

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb shrimp, medium, raw, peeled, 2 limes, juice of, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tablespoons jerk seasoning (more or less, depending on taste), and more.

Yes, Jerk 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!

Jerk Shrimp Fajitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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