Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Name: Shrimp Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder; 1/2 teaspoon chopped oregano; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 lime, juice of; 8 -12 flour tortillas or 8 -12 soft corn tortillas, warmed; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 6 green onions, cut into thirds; 2 green bell peppers, cut into 1/3 inch strips; sour cream; chopped fresh cilantro; minced red onion

Servings: persons

1 1/4 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder
1/2 teaspoon chopped oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lime, juice of
8 -12 flour tortillas or 8 -12 soft corn tortillas, warmed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 green onions, cut into thirds
2 green bell peppers, cut into 1/3 inch strips
sour cream
chopped fresh cilantro
minced red onion

1
Add shrimp, salt, cumin, chile powder, oregano, garlic, lime juice to a large bowl or heavy duty zip-top plastic bag.
2
Toss until spices are distributed and shrimp is well coated.
3
Let marinate for 10 minutes.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet (cast-iron is best).
5
Add the green onions and peppers; cook and stir occasionally 2 minutes or until slightly softened.
6
Add the shrimp and marinade; cook and stir constantly about 3 minutes or until the shrimp are pink.
7
Spoon shrimp and vegetables into warmed tortillas; garnish with sour cream, cilantro and onion if desired.
8
Fold up and eat.

1022

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder, 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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