Description
Sizzling Mexican shrimp fajitas deliver a zesty flavor explosion straight from authentic kitchens. Peppers, onions, and perfectly seasoned shrimp create a memorable meal you can savor with warm tortillas and fresh garnishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsps (60 ml) olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Warm flour or corn tortillas
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Shredded cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Whisk olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a large bowl until well combined.
- Shrimp Marination: Coat shrimp thoroughly in the zesty marinade, then refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Vegetable Sautéing: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil, sauté bell peppers, onion, and garlic until tender-crisp with slight charring. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Shrimp Cooking: Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, arrange marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Final Fusion: Reunite sautéed vegetables with cooked shrimp, toss gently to blend flavors and reheat for 1-2 minutes.
- Serving: Nestle the sizzling shrimp and vegetable mixture into warm tortillas, garnish with preferred toppings, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinate Strategically: Let shrimp absorb marinade flavors for exactly 15-20 minutes – longer risks making seafood tough and rubbery.
- Control Skillet Heat: Maintain medium-high temperature to achieve perfect caramelization without burning vegetables or overcooking delicate shrimp.
- Layer Ingredients Wisely: Cook vegetables first, remove from pan, then sear shrimp separately to prevent steaming and ensure ideal texture and color development.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: Swap flour tortillas with lettuce wraps for low-carb version or use gluten-free tortillas to accommodate different dietary preferences while maintaining recipe’s authentic flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg