SWEET AND SPICY SHRIMP FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS

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Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Fajitas with Peppers and Onions image

Charred peppers and onions join sweet and spicy grilled shrimp as fillings for hearty fajitas.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup torn cilantro
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
6 cloves garlic, smashed
2 jalapenos, seeded
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 large red onions, thickly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes, juiced
Kosher salt
Neutral oil, for oiling the grill grates
Warm tortillas, for serving
Suggested toppings: guacamole, sour cream, lime wedges, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos, pico de gallo

Steps:

  • For the sweet and spicy marinade: Put the olive oil, cilantro, honey, lime juice, thyme, garlic, jalapenos, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a food processor and pulse to puree. Transfer the mixture to a nonreactive container, add the shrimp and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking
  • For the peppers and onions: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the olive oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
  • Grill the shrimp until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.

Jennifer Shorer-wheeler
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious.


Nika Kikalishvili
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have them on hand.


Olawale Damilola
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These shrimp fajitas are so easy to make, but they taste like they came from a restaurant.


Fakeha Tariq
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I've tried many shrimp fajita recipes, and this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of sweet and spicy.


Mae Bae
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed these fajitas. The sauce is amazing.


Shahed Khani
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These shrimp fajitas are so flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend them.


Shriram
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for shrimp fajitas.


AKASH FB
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even if you're a beginner in the kitchen, you can make this dish.


George Tester
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I made these for a party, and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.


Ntombifuthi Nongcebo
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great. My friends couldn't get enough of them.


Faisal Jutt
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Ovais Memon
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These shrimp fajitas were amazing! The flavors were perfect, and the shrimp was cooked to perfection.


SK Sahin Alom
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I just cooked this, and it was a hit! My family loved them, and they said I should make them again soon.