shrimp fajitas for two

Little River, SC
Updated on Apr 25, 2016

Quick and delish!

Blue Ribbon Recipe

These shrimp fajitas were seasoned to perfection and just the right amount for two people. We love the combination of seasoning... slightly sweet and savory with a little spice. A great recipe for a beginner cook looking to treat someone special to an amazing dinner. You'll look like a pro!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 3/4 pound large shrimp, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large white onion
  • 2 medium poblano chiles
  • 1/4 cup packed cilantro leaves
  • - warmed flour tortillas
  • 1 - lime

How To Make shrimp fajitas for two

  • Step 1
    Mix cumin, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, chili powder, and brown sugar.
  • Step 2
    In medium bowl, add all but 1 tsp of the spice, the olive oil, the crushed garlic, and the peeled shrimp. Mix and let sit while preparing vegetables.
  • Step 3
    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil (not from the shrimp) in a medium pan and cook onion until it starts to brown, then add the chilis. Saute for 3 additional minutes, then add remainder of dry spice mixture. Saute until tender.
  • Step 4
    Transfer vegetables to a bowl and add shrimp to pan. Cook until shrimp are cooked, 3-4 minutes. Add vegetables back to pan and reheat.
  • Step 5
    Serve in tortillas with cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and sour cream if desired.

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Culture: Mexican
Collection: Food in a Flash
Collection: Healthier Fare
Keyword: #shrimp
Keyword: #fajita
Ingredient: Seafood
Category: Seafood
Method: Stove Top

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