Description
Shrimp fajitas are a vibrant explosion of flavors that elevate any meal occasion. Juicy shrimp, sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, come together in a deliciously spiced medley that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or casual gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Wrap it all in warm tortillas and enjoy with fresh lime and cilantro for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
- 4 flour or corn tortillas
Instructions
- Wash and slice the vegetables into thin strips.
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil and fajita seasoning until evenly coated.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add bell peppers and onion; cook for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet; cook for another 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Toss everything together in the skillet before serving with warm tortillas on the side. Top with lime juice and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg