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Sizzling Skillet Shrimp Fajitas

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Shrimp Marinade:
  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • For the Fajita Vegetables:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For Serving:
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup guacamole or sliced avocado
  • ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • Lime wedges, for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Marinate the Shrimp : In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and all the spices. Add shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes (don’t marinate too long or shrimp will become tough).
  • Step 2: Cook the Vegetables : Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced peppers and onions. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, for 5–6 minutes, until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
  • Step 3: Cook the Shrimp : In the same skillet, add a drizzle of oil if needed. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet and toss everything together. Let it cook for another 1 minute until everything is hot and sizzling.
  • Step 4: Serve : Bring the sizzling skillet straight to the table. Serve with warm tortillas, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro.