Best 5 Easy Grilled Shrimp Fajitas Recipes

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**Savor the flavors of Mexico with our grilled shrimp fajitas recipe, an irresistible fusion of zesty spices, tender shrimp, and colorful veggies, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Delight in the smoky aroma of the grilled shrimp, complemented by the vibrant flavors of bell peppers and onions. Alongside the shrimp fajita recipe, we also offer a classic chicken fajita recipe, a vegetarian delight with grilled veggies, and a flavor-packed steak fajita recipe. Whether you prefer succulent shrimp, tender chicken, hearty steak, or a medley of grilled veggies, our fajita recipes cater to every palate.**

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED SHRIMP FAJITAS



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Grilled shrimp fajitas get a helping hand from a packet of marinade mix. Top with crema con sal, cilantro, and shredded asadero cheese.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 (1.06 oz) packet mojito lime marinade mix (such as McCormick's® Grill Mates)
2 pounds raw jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 serving cooking spray
1 large onion, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
2 each yellow bell peppers, quartered
2 each red bell peppers, quartered
1 (8 ounce) package fajita-size flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Combine oil, vinegar, water, and marinade mix in a large bowl. Add shrimp and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and oil the grate with cooking spray.
  • Add onions to the hot grill, keeping rings intact. Add bell peppers. Grill for 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and chop roughly.
  • Grill shrimp until opaque and cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer shrimp to a bowl covered with aluminum foil to keep warm.
  • Heat tortillas on the hot grill for 1 to 2 minutes. Assemble fajitas with onion, peppers, and 3 to 4 shrimp per tortilla.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 345.6 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 762.1 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

GRILLED SHRIMP FAJITAS



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Surprise your family with sizzling, restaurant-quality fajitas! A spicy marinade fabulously flavors shrimp.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 medium cloves garlic, crushed
Pinch ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 lb uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into strips (about 2 cups)
1 medium red onion, sliced (about 2 cups)
Olive oil cooking spray
6 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 inch; from 11-oz package)
1 1/2 cups refrigerated guacamole (from 14-oz package)

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix marinade ingredients until well blended. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate 20 minutes to marinate, turning once. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, place bell peppers and onion; spray with cooking spray. Place vegetables in grill basket (grill "wok"). Wrap tortillas in foil; set aside.
  • Place basket on grill rack over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 minutes, turning vegetables once.
  • Drain shrimp; discard marinade. Add shrimp to grill basket. Cover grill; cook 5 to 7 minutes longer, turning shrimp and vegetables once, until shrimp are pink. Place wrapped tortillas on grill. Cook 2 minutes, turning once, until warm.
  • On serving platter, place shrimp and vegetables; cover to keep warm. Place warmed tortillas on plate; place guacamole in serving bowl. For each serving, top tortilla with shrimp, vegetables and guacamole; fold tortilla over filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1140 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

EASY GRILLED SHRIMP FAJITAS



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Quick and easy shrimp fajitas on the grill. Don't forget your favorite toppings such as guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Tortilla Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 large onion, sliced into thin strips
1 large fresh jalapeno pepper, sliced
2 ½ teaspoons fajita seasoning mix, divided
1 teaspoon olive oil
12 ounces raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon lime juice
8 (6 inch) fajita-size flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place bell pepper strips, onion, and jalapeno slices in a large bowl. Add 2 teaspoons of fajita seasoning and olive oil. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Place shrimp in a separate bowl. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon fajita seasoning and lime juice. Gently stir until evenly combined.
  • Place vegetable mixture in a grill basket. Grill for 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp and grill for 5 minutes more. Remove basket from the grill.
  • Place tortillas on the grill and toast for 2 minutes. Divide filling between the tortillas and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 127.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 645 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SHRIMP FAJITAS



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings (8 fajitas)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 yellow bell peppers, quartered
1 red bell pepper, quartered
1 yellow onion, cut into thick rounds
1 bunch scallions, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, tails removed
8 small flour tortillas, warmed
For serving: sour cream, shredded iceberg lettuce, guacamole, shredded cheese and lime wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  • Use a pastry brush to coat both sides of the peppers, onions and scallions with some of the oil, then sprinkle with a quarter of the spice mix. Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel, then brush with the remaining olive oil and season with the remaining spice mixture.
  • Grill the peppers, onions and scallions until grill marks appear, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove to a cutting board. Add the shrimp to the grill and cook just until they turn pink and begin to curl, about 2 minutes per side. Coarsely chop the vegetables and shrimp.
  • Serve with the warm flour tortillas (I like to wrap a stack of tortillas in foil and warm on the grill) and sour cream, lettuce, guacamole, cheese and lime wedges.

HEALTHY GRILLED SHRIMP FAJITA FOIL PACK



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The only thing you'll miss in these lightened up shrimp fajitas is that iconic restaurant sizzle sound. Serve them family style and let your guests choose their own toppers. We've provided the classics-cilantro, salsa and avocado-but go ahead and make up your own. (Cabbage and pickled carrots are test kitchen favorites.)

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large bell peppers, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 large onion, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 bunch scallions, quartered crosswise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
1 1/4 pounds extra-large peeled and deveined shrimp, tails removed
2 limes, halved
Twelve 6-inch flour tortillas
1/2 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves and tender stems
1/2 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves and tender stems
Salsa and chopped avocado for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
  • Toss together the bell pepper, onion, scallions, oil, chile powder, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a very large bowl.
  • Tear two 18-inch pieces of 18-inch-wide heavy duty foil. Spread the vegetable mixture on one piece of foil, leaving a few inches of exposed foil as a border. Arrange the shrimp on top of the vegetables in a single layer. Squeeze the limes over the mixture. Top with the remaining piece of foil, lining up the edges. Fold the edges and crimp tightly to make a leak-proof packet.
  • Tear two 18-inch pieces of 18-inch-wide heavy duty foil. Arrange the tortillas, overlapping slightly, on one piece of foil. Top with the remaining piece of foil, lining up the edges. Fold the edges and crimp tightly to make another packet.
  • Put the shrimp packet on the grill, close the grill lid and cook 12 minutes (do not turn the packet over). The packet should puff up and look like a pillow. Slide from the grill onto a baking sheet using tongs. Set aside and let rest while you heat up the tortillas. Put the tortilla pack on the grill and cook until warm, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Carefully open the shrimp packet (hot steam will escape). The shrimp should be pink and cooked through and the onions and peppers just tender. Scatter the cilantro over the shrimp. Serve with the warm tortillas and salsa and avocado, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 120 milligrams, Sodium 1000 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will give your fajitas the best flavor. If you can't find fresh shrimp, frozen shrimp will also work, but be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Marinate the shrimp. Marinating the shrimp in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs will help to enhance their flavor. You can use a store-bought marinade or make your own. Be sure to let the shrimp marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the shrimp over high heat. High heat will help to sear the shrimp and give them a nice smoky flavor. Be sure to cook the shrimp until they are just cooked through, as overcooking will make them tough.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Fajitas are a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and squash. You can also add some fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, to the fajitas for extra flavor.
  • Serve the fajitas with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for fajitas include guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and cheese. You can also serve the fajitas with tortillas, rice, or beans.

Conclusion:

Grilled shrimp fajitas are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover shrimp and vegetables. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time.

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