Shrimp Crab Fajitas
These delightful Shrimp Crab Fajitas are quick and easy to prepare, packed with flavors from succulent shrimp, sweet crab, vibrant bell peppers, and onions, all wrapped in warm tortillas.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1 bell pepper, sliced Use any color you love
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Flour or corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish If you’re feeling fancy
- Lime wedges, for that zesty final touch
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Toss in the shrimp, crab meat, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Warm the tortillas over an open flame or in a dry skillet.
- Fill the warmed tortillas with the shrimp and crab medley. Top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
Variations Welcome: Substitute crab with more shrimp or your favorite fish. Level of Spiciness: Add cayenne or jalapeños for heat. Let the veggies caramelize for extra sweetness.