Quick Shrimp Fajitas with Sweet Peppers
Tender, seasoned shrimp sizzled with sweet bell peppers and red onion. Served warm in tortillas with a dollop of sour cream for a fast, satisfying dinner.
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Store leftover filling separately from the tortillas to prevent sogginess, and reheat gently on the stovetop to preserve the shrimp's tender texture.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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In a medium bowl
In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of salt and black pepper.
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Heat the olive oil in a large…
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and red onion, sautéing for 5 to 7 minutes until they are softened and slightly charred at the edges. Transfer the vegetables to a plate.
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In the same skillet
In the same skillet, add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, just until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
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Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet
Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet, tossing everything together for another minute to combine the flavors.
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Warm the flour tortillas slightly in a…
Warm the flour tortillas slightly in a dry pan or for a few seconds in the microwave so they are pliable.
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Divide the shrimp and vegetable mixture evenly…
Divide the shrimp and vegetable mixture evenly among the tortillas and top each with a dollop of sour cream.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Shrimp cook incredibly fast
Shrimp cook incredibly fast. They are perfectly done the moment they curl into a loose "C" shape; if they curl into a tight "O", they are overcooked.
A quick squeeze of fresh lime…
A quick squeeze of fresh lime juice over the warm skillet right before serving brightens all the flavors.
Store leftover filling separately from the…
Store leftover filling separately from the tortillas to prevent sogginess, and reheat gently on the stovetop to preserve the shrimp's tender texture.
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