Description
This Shrimp Fajitas recipe offers a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring Cajun-spiced shrimp sautéed with marinated bell peppers and onions. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick, satisfying meal served with warm flour tortillas, fresh avocado slices, and a zesty jalapeño ranch sauce.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (from ½ lime)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun spice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced â…“-inch thick
- ½ medium onion, sliced ⅓-inch thick
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 2-3 teaspoons lime juice (from ½ lime)
To Serve
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Jalapeño ranch sauce
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon lime juice from half a lime, Cajun spice, and salt until well combined, creating a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate Vegetables: Slice the bell peppers and onion into â…“-inch thick strips. Place them in a medium bowl and pour half of the marinade over the vegetables, tossing well to evenly coat.
- Marinate Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. In a separate medium bowl, add the shrimp and the remaining half of the marinade. Stir to coat all shrimp evenly and let them marinate briefly while preparing the pan.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat a large heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and add ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, arrange the shrimp in a single layer and sauté for 1-2 minutes per side until they are cooked through and opaque. Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate to prevent overcooking.
- Cook Vegetables: In the same pan, add the marinated vegetables. Sauté them for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and develop golden brown edges. Once cooked, turn off the heat.
- Combine and Serve: Return the shrimp back to the pan with the cooked vegetables. Add the chopped cilantro and squeeze 2-3 teaspoons of fresh lime juice over the mixture. Toss everything together to combine flavors. Serve the shrimp and vegetable mixture with warm or toasted flour tortillas, jalapeño ranch sauce, sliced avocado, and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas.
- Adjust the Cajun spice amount to control the heat level, depending on taste preference.
- Ensure shrimp is not overcooked to maintain a tender and juicy texture.
- Jalapeño ranch sauce can be homemade or store-bought to save time.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
