These chili-lime shrimp fajitas are a vibrant and flavorful twist on classic fajitas. Juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty chili-lime sauce, grilled to perfection, and served with colorful bell peppers and onions on warm tortillas.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, cilantro, salsa
Directions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, lime juice, and garlic to make the marinade.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers and onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook until slightly charred and tender. Remove from pan.
- Add marinated shrimp to the grill pan and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Warm tortillas on the grill pan. Fill each tortilla with shrimp, bell peppers, and onions.
- Serve with optional toppings and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Shrimp is a low-calorie source of protein and a great addition to a healthy diet.
The combination of chili and lime adds a zesty kick to these fajitas.