HOW TO MAKE SHRIMP FAJITAS


Shrimp Fajitas, peppers and onions in a cast iron pan with tongs

SKILLET SHRIMP FAJITAS

Skillet Shrimp Fajitas are super easy to put together and bursting with flavour. Made with a homemade fajita seasoning and wrapped in tortillas, these are ready in under 30 minutes which makes them the perfect weeknight meal.
imgredients
  • 2 Tablespoons Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Powder
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons Cumin Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon dried Oregano
  • 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Salt
  • 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Onion, sliced
  • 3 cups sliced Bell Peppers (I used red and yellow bell peppers)
  • 1 pound large Shrimp, deveined and peeled
  • Cilantro, lime, sour cream and guacamole for topping
  • Tortillas for serving

    dIRECTIONS:

    1. Mix together paprika, chipotle powder, cumin powder, oregano, onion powder and salt in a bowl to make fajita seasoning.
    2. Add half of the seasoning to the shrimp and mix till it’s coated well. Set aside.
    3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large cast iron skillet and add the onions and bell peppers. Saute for 4-5 minutes till the vegetables have softened slightly. Add the remaining seasoning and mix well. Slide the vegetables to one side of the skillet.
    4. Heat the remaining oil in the skillet and add the shrimp. Cook the shrimp for 3-4 minutes until they are pink and cooked through.
    5. Serve in tortillas with your favourite toppings.
    6. note
    7. Nutritional information includes shrimp and pepper filling only.  Toppings and tortillas are not included.

      NUTRITION INFORMATION

       
      Yield: 4 servings, Serving Size:
      • Amount Per Serving:
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      • Calories: 190 Calories
      (Nutriton information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)