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Shrimp fajita

Spicy Shrimp Fajitas

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 bell peppers mixed colors, sliced into strips
  • 1 large onion sliced into strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 8-10 flour tortillas for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Add sliced peppers and onions to the bowl, toss with half the spice mixture, and spread on the sheet pan.
  4. Roast vegetables for 5 minutes while you prepare the shrimp.
  5. Toss shrimp with remaining spice mixture and lime juice.
  6. Remove pan from oven, add shrimp to the vegetables, and return to oven for 6-8 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  7. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite fajita toppings.