How to Make Crunchy Shrimp Fajitas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crunchy shrimp fajitas are a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend meal with family and friends. This recipe combines tender shrimp, colorful bell peppers, and a zesty seasoning blend to create a dish that is bursting with flavor and texture. The shrimp are sautéed until they are perfectly cooked and then combined with the peppers and onions to create a mouthwatering filling for the fajitas.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ pound frozen tail-off shrimp, thawed
  • ½ cup sliced green bell pepper
  • ½ cup sliced red bell pepper
  • ½ cup sliced onion
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fajita seasoning
  • 1 ½ teaspoons lemon pepper
  • 1 (12 ounce) package crispy red tostada shells

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 mins
  • Total Time: 27 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix refried beans and chili powder together in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until heated through, about 2 minutes. Cover to keep beans hot.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and onion. Stir in soy sauce, fajita seasoning, and lemon pepper. Cook and stir until shrimp is evenly coated and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring shrimp mixture to the table in the hot skillet. Spread refried beans over tostada shells; pile shrimp mixture on top.
  • Nutrition

    585 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 1435mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 73g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 114mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 440mg