Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fajita seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 onion, sliced into thin strips
- 8 (6-inch) flour tortillas
- Guacamole, sour cream, and salsa, for serving
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the bell peppers and onion. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and slightly browned.
- Warm the tortillas in a microwave or on a griddle.
- To assemble the fajitas, place a tortilla on a plate. Top with some shrimp, bell peppers, and onions. Add your desired toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
Nutritional Information:
(per serving without toppings)
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Colorful and vibrant
- Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a party appetizer
User Comments:
- "These shrimp fajitas are so delicious and easy to make! I love the combination of flavors."
- "I made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them."
- "I will definitely be making these again and again. They are a new family favorite."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to cook the shrimp until they are cooked through to prevent foodborne illness.
- If you don't have a grill pan, you can cook the shrimp and vegetables in a large skillet or on a griddle.
- You can use any type of vegetables you like in your fajitas. Some other popular options include mushrooms, zucchini, and corn.
- To make the fajitas more spicy, add extra fajita seasoning or a dash of cayenne pepper.