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Shrimp and Steak Fajitas

By Britney
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
up close photo of shrimp and steak on a tortilla topped with cilantro and avocado crema.
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Shrimp and steak fajitas are tossed in a smoky spice blend then grilled in a sizzling skillet. Throw in some charred peppers for a quick and easy meal that's ready in just 30 minutes!

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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb Sliced Sirloin
  • 1 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 2 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 2 Bell peppers, sliced
  • 3 Jalapeños, sliced
  • 1 Onion, sliced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • Olive oil
  • Flour or corn tortillas, for serving

Roasted Jalapeño Crema

  • 1 Avocado
  • ½ cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 tbsp Lime juice

Instructions 

  • Pat shrimp and steak dry with a paper towel. Add shrimp to one bowl and steak to another.
  • Combine seasonings in a small bowl - chili powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Whisk together and add half to the shrimp and the other half to the steak. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Drizzle olive oil into a large skillet over medium high heat. Sear the steak for 2-4 minutes, until browned. Remove and place onto a serving plate.
  • In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes, until slightly curled and pink. Place onto the serving plate with the steak.
  • Add sliced bell peppers, onions, and jalapeños to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until softened and browned. Add soy sauce and cook for another 1 minute. Place onto the serving bowl.
  • Remove jalapeños and place into a food processor along with avocado, sour cream, garlic, cilantro, salt, and lemon juice. Pulse until smooth.
  • Place the sauce into a bowl to serve with the fajitas and Serve with warm tortillas.

Notes

Tips for Success!
  • Thoroughly pat dry the shrimp and steak. Leaving excess moisture on the surface prevents them from searing properly.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp! Shrimp cooks in about 3-5 minutes, so be sure to remove them from the skillet as soon as it's pink and slightly curled. 
  • Add your meat to a hot skillet. A hot surface ensures a nice caramelized crust while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
  • What's the key to sautéing the veggies? For depth of flavor and texture, cook the bell peppers, onions, and jalapeños until they are softened and slightly charred, but still have a bit of crunch.
  • Warm tortillas. Heat the tortillas just before serving your steak and shrimp fajitas to make them soft and pliable. You can warm them in the microwave in a paper towel or on top of the burner on the stove.
Variations
​Low carb - make these into lettuce wraps by swapping out the tortillas for lettuce. 
Add skewers - skewer the raw shrimp and steak onto a wooden skewer and cook. This is a great option for a cookout or party, especially when you're cooking for lots of people!
Sheet pan fajitas - simply season everything and place the sliced steak and peppers (including jalapenos) onto a sheet pan. Cook in the oven at 450 degrees F for about 10-12 minutes, then add the shrimp and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the shrimp are slightly curled and pink. Remove the jalapenos and prepare the crema as instructed. 

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 53g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 253mg, Sodium: 395mg, Potassium: 1261mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 1778IU, Vitamin C: 70mg, Calcium: 174mg, Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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