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Shrimp Fajitas


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Delicious shrimp fajitas made with fresh vegetables and served in warm tortillas.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 3 medium bell peppers (sliced)
  • 1 medium red onion (sliced)
  • Fresh lime juice (for serving)
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped, for serving)
  • 8 small flour tortillas (warmed)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup pico de gallo

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with foil or parchment paper if desired.
  2. Add the sliced bell peppers and sliced red onion to a large sheet pan. Add the shrimp on top of the vegetables.
  3. Sprinkle the fajita seasoning and kosher salt over everything. Drizzle with the olive oil.
  4. Toss everything directly on the sheet pan until evenly coated, then spread into a single layer.
  5. Bake for 8 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the vegetables are tender with lightly charred edges.
  6. Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
  7. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro.
  8. Serve in warm tortillas topped with sour cream and pico de gallo.

Notes

  • This recipe is customizable; feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms.
  • For added heat, consider adding sliced jalapeños to the mix.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg