MEXICAN SHRIMP FAJITAS RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Mexican shrimp fajitas Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-39535

Number Of Ingredients 14

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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