Ingredients:
For the Shrimp and Vegetables:
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 small flour tortillas, warmed
For the Cilantro-Lime Cream:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional toppings:
- Sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and extra lime wedges
Instructions:
For the Cilantro-Lime Cream:
Prepare the Cilantro-Lime Cream:
- In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime zest, and lime juice.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Mix well and refrigerate the cilantro-lime cream until you're ready to serve.
For the Shrimp and Vegetables:
Marinate the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and the juice of 1 lime.
- Toss the shrimp to coat evenly and let them marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
Sauté the Peppers and Onions:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion to the skillet.
- Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Remove the sautéed peppers and onions from the skillet and set them aside.
Cook the Shrimp:
- In the same skillet, add the marinated shrimp.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Assemble the Fajitas:
- Warm the flour tortillas.
- Fill each tortilla with a portion of the sautéed peppers and onions, followed by the cooked shrimp.
Drizzle with Cilantro-Lime Cream:
- Drizzle the cilantro-lime cream over the shrimp and vegetables.
Add Toppings:
- Add your favorite toppings such as sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, and avocado slices.
Serve:
- Serve your Skillet Shrimp Fajitas with Cilantro-Lime Cream immediately, with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
These shrimp fajitas are bursting with flavor, and the cilantro-lime cream adds a zesty and creamy touch. They make for a fantastic dinner option that's quick, easy, and customizable with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!