Name: Easy Shrimp Fajitas Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1.10 lbs. (500 g) shrimp, defrosted and drained; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 oz fajita seasoning mix; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped; 8 small corn tortillas; Lettuce, cut into ribbons; Red onion, sliced; Cherry tomatoes, halved; Sweet corn, grilled; Guacamole; 4 limes, quartered

Description

This Easy Shrimp Fajitas recipe offers a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender shrimp are seasoned with fajita spices and seared to pink perfection, then served with fresh vegetables, grilled sweet corn, and creamy guacamole wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This dish delivers vibrant Tex-Mex flavors in just 25 minutes, making it a delicious and satisfying choice for four people.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Seasoning

1.10 lbs. (500 g) shrimp, defrosted and drained
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 oz fajita seasoning mix
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Fajita Assembly

8 small corn tortillas
Lettuce, cut into ribbons
Red onion, sliced
Cherry tomatoes, halved
Sweet corn, grilled
Guacamole
4 limes, quartered

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Instructions

Pat shrimp dry: Use a kitchen towel to gently pat the shrimp dry, removing excess moisture to ensure proper searing.
Mix shrimp and seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, sliced onion, minced garlic, and fajita seasoning. Toss well to evenly coat all ingredients.
Sear the shrimp: Heat a large pan over medium-high heat until very hot and just starting to smoke. Add the shrimp mixture and cook for about 3 minutes, allowing the shrimp to become pink and cooked through on both sides. Remove from heat once done.
Warm tortillas and assemble fajitas: Heat each corn tortilla in a non-stick skillet for 10-15 seconds per side to make them pliable. Lay a tortilla flat and layer with lettuce ribbons and sliced red onions, then add the seared shrimp. Top with halved cherry tomatoes, grilled sweet corn, a scoop of guacamole, and finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
Serve immediately: Serve the shrimp fajitas while warm to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors at their best.

Notes

You can substitute corn tortillas with flour tortillas if preferred.
For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
Use freshly made fajita seasoning or store-bought for convenience.
Grill the sweet corn on a grill pan or outdoor grill for a smoky flavor.
Leftover shrimp fajitas can be wrapped tightly and refrigerated for up to 2 days.