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Shrimp Fajitas

August 2, 2016 By Cooking Mamas Leave a Comment

Shrimp Fajitas

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Shrimp Fajitas

Make your weeknight sizzle with our quick and easy seasoned shrimp, bell pepper and onion fajitas!
Course: Entrée
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs. med. shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 T. vegetable oil
  • 1 med. yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 lg. green bell pepper cut into strips
  • 1 lg. red bell pepper cut into strips
  • 8 to12 Corn tortillas or flour tortillas, warmed
  • Salsa for serving, optional
  • sour cream for serving, optional
  • Fresh chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • In a one-gallon Ziploc freezer bag, combine shrimp, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and lime juice. Gently toss until the shrimp is well coated. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet, over medium-high heat. Add the onions and peppers; cook stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes or until slightly softened.
  • Add the shrimp and marinade; cook and stir frequently for about 3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink.
  • Spoon shrimp and vegetables into warmed tortillas; garnish with a dollop of sour cream, salsa and fresh chopped cilantro. Fold and eat.

Filed Under: Cinco de Mayo, ENTREE, Fish & Seafood, HOLIDAYS

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