Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Name: Shrimp Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs shrimp, peeled & deveined; ⅓ cup fresh lime juice; ⅓ cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; ¼ teaspoon coriander; ¼ teaspoon cumin; 2 teaspoons red chili powder; salt; pepper; 1 tablespoon vegetables or 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; 1 -2 serrano pepper, seeded, deveined and quartered; flour tortilla; pico de gallo (fresh salsa); guacamole; fresh cilantro; crema or sour cream

Servings: persons

2 lbs shrimp, peeled & deveined
⅓ cup fresh lime juice
⅓ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon coriander
¼ teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons red chili powder
salt
pepper
1 tablespoon vegetables or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 -2 serrano pepper, seeded, deveined and quartered
flour tortilla
pico de gallo (fresh salsa)
guacamole
fresh cilantro
crema or sour cream

1
In a plastic container with a lid that fits snugly, add marinade ingredients, cover and shake vigorously.
2
Place peeled, deveined shrimp in a bowl and pour marinade over them so they are nicely coated.
3
Heat grill to medium-high.
4
Heat a cast iron skillet on the grill until hot.
5
Add one tablespoon oil.
6
Add the bell peppers, serrano peppers and onions and saute until softened, about 5 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, season shrimp with salt and pepper then place the shrimp individually on the grill and sear each side for 1 minute.
8
Add cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss with the onions and peppers.
9
Serve on flour tortillas with favorite toppings as suggested.

478

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs shrimp, peeled & deveined, ⅓ cup fresh lime juice, ⅓ cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, 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.

Shrimp Fajitas

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