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    Home » Recipes » Seafood » Shrimp Fajitas (Fajitas de Camaron)

    Shrimp Fajitas (Fajitas de Camaron)

    Last Updated January 30, 2023. Originally Posted January 31, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Shrimp Fajitas (Fajitas De Camarón) are an easy-to-make, delicious meal that the whole family can enjoy! Try out this flavorful recipe for yourself today.
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    Shrimp Fajitas Tacos (Fajitas de Camaron) served on a plate next to salsa and limes.
    Shrimp Fajitas Tacos (Fajitas de Camaron) served on a plate next to salsa and limes.

    This easy and flavorful Shrimp Fajitas (fajitas de camaron) recipe is sure to become a go-to family favorite! 

    It’s kinda like Shrimp Tacos but with a mixture of colorful bell peppers and not authentic Mexican food. 

    That’s right, my friends. This dish is Tex Mex at its finest even though you’ll see it served at a Mexican restaurant.

    With just a few ingredients, you can have this delicious recipe on the table in no time.

    Ingredients

    The ingredients needed to make Shrimp Fajitas labeled and sitting on a marble surface.
    • large shrimp – deveined, shells removed
    • ground cumin
    • ground oregano
    • chili powder (or red pepper flakes)
    • ground cayenne (optional)
    • salt
    • ground black pepper
    • oil – olive oil, avocado oil, vegetable oil – whatever you prefer is fine.
    • white onion (or swap out for red onion or yellow onion)
    • garlic clove
    • green pepper
    • red bell pepper
    • yellow bell peppers
    • fresh lime juice

    Swap out the protein to make Beef Fajitas or Chicken Fajitas. 

    Cayenne is optional. Omit if you are not interested in spicy food. 

    Instead of fresh onion and fresh garlic, use 1 tbsp onion powder and 1 tbsp garlic powder. 

    Instructions

    Raw shrimp in a glass bowl seasoned with spices.
    • Rinse the raw shrimp and pat dry with a paper towel.
    • In a large bowl, sprinkle with cumin, oregano, cayenne (if using), chili powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Mix well. You want the shrimp to be completely covered. 

    These are large shrimp. Thawed from frozen, already deveined and peeled for faster cooking.

    Fajita marinades are great, but they require time. This is an easy recipe for a quick dinner.

    Shrimp and peppers cooking in a large skillet.
    • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat and add the shrimp.
    • Cook for 2 minutes. Turn the shrimp with your tongs.
    • Add the peppers, onion, and garlic to the hot pan.
    • Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the peppers are soft.

    Turn the heat off and squeeze lime juice all over the fajitas. Mix well. 

    Be sure to use tongs to flip the shrimp so that they cook evenly on both sides.

    Sheet Pan Instructions

    For an easy sheet pan dinner, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Toss all the ingredients together. Place them on an even layer on the sheet pan, and bake at 400 degress F for 25 minutes.

    A hand holding a flour tortilla and assembling fajitas de camaron.

    Once everything is cooked, warm flour tortillas on a hot griddle.

    To assemble, add some of the juicy shrimp mixture and top of warm tortillas with a generous amount of your favorite toppings. 

    Storing Instructions

    Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. 

    To freeze, place leftover shrimp in a sealable bag, removing as much air as possible. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before consuming. 

    A Shrimp Fajitas Taco served on a plate.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are fajitas better on grill or skillet?

    Both methods work. Weather permitted, you can grill fajitas. Or cook them in a skillet is fine too.

    What vegetables should I put in fajitas?

    Portobello mushrooms go great in this recipe. They are meaty and cook up quickly. 

    Should cheese go on fajitas?

    Yes! Cheddar cheese or try queso fresco. For a saltier cheese, try queso cotija.

    Shrimp Fajitas tacos served with lime wedges, salsa, and more flour tortillas.

    Side Dishes

    • Corn Tortillas
    • Arroz Mexicano
    • Chiles Toreados
    • Frijoles de la Olla 

    Make seafood night or taco Tuesday extra special with these delicious and easy shrimp fajitas (fajitas de camaron). Serve with your favorite toppings – sour cream, pico de gallo, chipotle aioli – and enjoy!

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    Shrimp Fajitas Tacos (Fajitas de Camaron) served on a plate next to salsa and limes.

    Shrimp Fajitas (Fajitas De Camarón)

    Shrimp Fajitas (Fajitas De Camarón) are an easy-to-make, delicious meal that the whole family can enjoy! Try out this flavorful recipe for yourself today.
    5 from 40 votes
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    Course: Lunch or Dinner
    Cuisine: Tex Mex
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 101kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb shrimp deveined, shells removed
    • 1/2 tbsp ground cumin
    • 1/2 tsp ground oregano
    • 1/2 tsp chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp ground cayenne (optional)
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
    • 2 tbsp oil
    • 1/2 onion sliced
    • 1 garlic clove finely minced
    • 1 green bell pepper sliced
    • 1 red bell pepper sliced
    • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
    • 1 lime (juice)

    Instructions

    • Rinse the shrimp and pat dry.
    • Season with cumin, oregano, cayenne (if using), chili powder, salt, and pepper.
    • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
    • Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes.
    • With tongs, turn the shrimp.
    • Add the peppers, onion, and garlic.
    • Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the peppers are soft.
    • Turn heat off and squeeze the lime juice all over the shrimp and peppers.
    • Stir to combine.
    • Serve with tortillas, salsa, and enjoy!

    Notes

    Cayenne is optional. Use less or omit altogether if you are not interested in spicy food. 
    Instead of fresh onion and fresh garlic, use 1 tbsp onion powder and 1 tbsp garlic powder. 
    Sheet Pan Instructions: For an easy sheet pan dinner, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Toss all the ingredients together. Place them on an even layer on the sheet pan, and bake at 400 degress F for 25 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1303IU | Vitamin C: 123mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Filed Under: Mexican, Recipes, Seafood

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

      February 1, 2023 at 2:36 pm

      5 stars
      We love having fajita nights to play around with different toppings and fillings. This sounds delicious and love that it is so easy to assemble. This is what I will be making for my next fajita dinner!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        February 14, 2023 at 8:27 am

        Hope you enjoy! We particularly enjoy Shrimp Fajitas at my house.

        Reply
    2. Jersey Girl Cooks

      February 2, 2023 at 7:54 am

      5 stars
      I love ordering shrimp fajitas in a restaurant but even better making these at home!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        February 14, 2023 at 8:30 am

        Yes. At home cooking is the best. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Marie-Pierre Breton

      February 3, 2023 at 4:13 am

      5 stars
      This is going to be great this summer by the pool! I love the spice mix with the shrimp, giving them a kick! Lovely recipe!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        February 14, 2023 at 8:31 am

        I’m dreaming of summers by the pool too. And Fajitas de Camaron on those days sound even better!

        Reply
    4. Loreto and Nicoletta

      February 4, 2023 at 3:57 pm

      5 stars
      We love fajitas, always a fresh healthy option to a delicious meal. Love the shrimp and all the fixings. Inspired for tex Mexican night!
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        February 14, 2023 at 8:32 am

        Tex Mex nights are my kind of nights. lol. Hope you enjoy these Fajitas de Camaron!

        Reply
    5. Jacqueline Debono

      February 5, 2023 at 8:24 am

      5 stars
      I love these shrimp fajitas. I actually made them with fresh shrimp as they are easily available here in Italy. So easy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        March 28, 2023 at 12:53 pm

        That’s awesome to hear! It’s great that you were able to use fresh shrimp in the recipe. I bet it was delicious.

        Reply
    6. Amanda Dixon

      February 5, 2023 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      I just love how these shrimp fajitas came out! The seasoning gave them the perfect kick, and it was so quick and easy. Definitely putting this recipe on repeat.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        March 28, 2023 at 12:51 pm

        Glad to hear the shrimp fajitas turned out great for you! It’s always satisfying when a recipe is quick and easy to make, but still delivers on taste.

        Reply
    7. Tristin

      February 5, 2023 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      These shrimp tacos made the perfect weeknight dinner because they were so quick to make and were delicious!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        March 28, 2023 at 12:43 pm

        Hope you make them again. Shrimp Tacos are so yummy!

        Reply
    8. Kristina

      February 5, 2023 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      This was a delicious and simple recipe that my family loved. The shrimp turned out so flavorful and I can’t wait to make it again!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        March 28, 2023 at 12:01 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it. Hope you make this recipe again soon.

        Reply
    9. Jenny Graves

      February 6, 2023 at 12:48 am

      5 stars
      Fajitas de Camaron are surprisingly easy to make. Their deliciousness/appeal factor far outweighs the effort. Making and eating them is an event. We love this recipe and experience.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        March 28, 2023 at 11:56 am

        Happy to hear you liked it.

        Reply

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