How to Make the Perfect Quick Shrimp Fajitas
Tex-Mex · Easy · 13 min · 4 servings
These quick shrimp fajitas are a sizzling 15-minute dinner that brings bold Tex-Mex flavor to the table fast. Juicy shrimp, colorful peppers, and warm tortillas make this an easy and impressive weeknight meal.
Why this recipe works
This Quick Shrimp Fajitas recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 13 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 370 calories with 28g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon fajita or taco seasoning
- 2 medium bell peppers assorted colors sliced
- 1 medium red onion sliced
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Season the Shrimp
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels, toss with fajita seasoning and a pinch of salt until evenly coated, and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Peppers and Onion
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat, add sliced peppers and onion, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened and charred at the edges.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
Push vegetables to one side of the skillet, add seasoned shrimp, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and curled then toss everything together.
Step 4: Serve in Tortillas
Warm tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds, fill each one with the shrimp and pepper mixture, and serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- shrimp → chicken breast strips or sliced portobello mushrooms
- flour tortillas → corn tortillas or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overcooking the shrimp which makes them rubbery, they only need 1 to 2 minutes per side
- Adding shrimp to the pan before it is hot enough which causes steaming instead of searing
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 370 calories, 28g protein, 34g carbs, 12g fat, 3g fiber.
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