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SHRIMP FAJITAS



Shrimp Fajitas image

I've lost 50 pounds recently and my husband, Jere, has lost 65. We're always looking for tasty ways to keep the weight off. I think working moms would love it as much as we do because it's so quick and easy. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
3 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning
1/8 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips
8 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss shrimp with 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1 tablespoon oil and spices; let stand 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix sour cream and remaining cilantro., In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and peppers; cook and stir until crisp-tender. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. Return onion mixture to pan; heat through. Serve with tortillas, salsa and sour cream mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 962mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

MEXICAN SHRIMP FAJITAS RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Mexican shrimp fajitas Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by รก-39535

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/4 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder
1/2 teaspoon chopped oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lime, juice of
8 -12 flour tortillas or 8 -12 soft corn tortillas, warmed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 green onions, cut into thirds
2 green bell peppers, cut into 1/3 inch strips
sour cream
chopped fresh cilantro
minced red onion

Steps:

  • Add shrimp, salt, cumin, chili powder, oregano, garlic, lime juice to a large bowl or heavy duty zip-top plastic bag. Toss until spices are distributed and shrimp is well coated. Let marinate for 10 minutes. Heat oil in a large skillet (cast-iron is best). Add the green onions and peppers; cook and stir occasionally 2 minutes or until slightly softened. Add the shrimp and marinade; cook and stir constantly about 3 minutes or until the shrimp are pink. Spoon shrimp and vegetables into warmed tortillas; garnish with sour cream, cilantro and onion if desired. Fold up and serve

TEX-MEX SHRIMP FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS



Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Peppers and Onions image

These Tex-Mex fajitas are filled with zesty grilled shrimp and charred peppers and onions.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lime, juiced
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 large red onions, thickly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes, juiced
Kosher salt
Neutral oil, for oiling the grill grates
Warm tortillas, for serving
Suggested toppings: guacamole, sliced pickled jalapenos, lime wedges, salsa, chopped scallions, shredded pepper Jack, sour cream

Steps:

  • For the Tex-Mex chili rub: Mix together the paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the shrimp in a container with the olive oil and lime juice, then rub with the spice mixture. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking.
  • For the peppers and onions: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the olive oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
  • Grill the shrimp until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.

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