Get ready for an enticing meal with Natasha's Kitchen Shrimp Fajitas, where tender shrimp and crisp veggies combine for an unbeatable taste.
Shrimp Fajitas Recipe
Shrimp Fajitas from Natasha's Kitchen are a celebration of fresh and savoury flavours packed into a one-skillet wonder. The delightful recipe features plump shrimp marinated to perfection, combined with charred vegetables and a burst of lime and cilantro freshness. Simple to prepare and even easier to devour, these fajitas promise a restaurant-quality meal right at your dining table, complete with a side of zesty Jalapeño Ranch.
Ingredients
Fajita Marinade Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, from ½ lime
- 1 tablespoon cajun spice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Shrimp Fajita Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined
- 2 bell peppers, (any color) sliced
- ½ medium onion, sliced
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 2-3 teaspoon lime juice , (from ½ lime)
To serve
- 8 small flour tortillas
Jalapeno Ranch
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the marinade ingredients: olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, Cajun spice, and salt.
- Slice bell peppers and onions to about the same ⅓ thickness and place the vegetables in a medium bowl. Pour half of the marinade over the vegetables and toss to combine.
- In a separate medium bowl, pat dry the shrimp with a paper towel, add the remaining half of the marinade, and stir to combine.
- Heat a large heavy pan over medium heat with 1-2 tablespoon of oil. When hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and sauté 1-2 minutes per side until cooked through and no longer translucent.
- Promptly transfer to a plate.
- In the same pan, add the marinated vegetables and sauté until soft and golden brown at the edges, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then turn off the heat.
- Return the shrimp to the pan along with the chopped cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice to taste over the mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve fajitas with warmed or toasted tortillas and Jalapeno Ranch or your favorite sauce.
Serving Suggestions
- Jalapeño or Avocado Ranch
- Sliced Avocado or Guacamole
- Cilantro Sprigs
- Lime Wedges
Tips and Tricks
- For added flavor and texture, tortillas can be toasted for about 15 seconds per side using a gas stove-top over a medium/low flame, a hot dry skillet, a griddle, a flat cooktop, or BBQ grill grates.
- The recipe provides instructions for cooking on a stovetop, don't hesitate to grill the shrimp and vegetables if you prefer. Grilling adds a smoky flavor that elevates the dish.
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