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Quick Shrimp Fajitas Recipe Easy Homemade Dinner for Vibrant Nights

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A fast, colorful, and flavorful shrimp fajitas recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy shrimp marinated with smoky spices and served with caramelized peppers and onions in warm tortillas.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, pickled jalapeños

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, cayenne (if using), salt, pepper, and half the minced garlic. Toss well and let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Thinly slice bell peppers and onion; set aside remaining garlic.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and peppers with a pinch of salt and sauté for about 6 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Add remaining garlic in the last minute.
  4. Push veggies to the side or remove temporarily. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer to the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and curled.
  5. Toss shrimp with veggies, squeeze lime juice over, and stir gently. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp towel for about 2 minutes.
  7. Serve shrimp and pepper mixture on warm tortillas, garnish with chopped cilantro and optional toppings.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use high heat for caramelizing veggies and searing shrimp. Thinly slice veggies for even cooking. Marinate shrimp briefly to prevent mushiness. Warm tortillas just before serving. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas. For dairy-free, omit cheese and sour cream or use alternatives.

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