Ingredients
1 lbshrimppeeled and deveined
1tspsmoked paprika
¾tspcumin
½tspgarlic powder
½tsponion powder
saltto taste
pepperto taste
¼tspchili powder
2tsplime juice and zest
2tbsptequilaor rum, optional
1tbspjalapenominced
¼cupolive oildivided
2tspgarlicminced
2cupswhite onion¼-inch thick slices
4cupsbell peppers¼-inch thick slices
6ozbrown mushrooms¼-inch thick slices
¼cupcilantro leavesfor garnish
8flour tortillasor corn tortillas
lime wedgesto serve
Preparation
In a large bowl combine shrimp, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, chili powder, pepper, lime juice, lime zest, tequila, minced jalapeno and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon oil.
When the oil is just beginning to smoke, add the shrimp in the pan in one layer.
Cook shrimp for 2 minutes, flip and cook for 1 minute on the other side.
Remove from hot pan to a clean plate.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the pan, once hot add the garlic and onion and saute for 1 minute.
Add mushroom and saute 1 minute, then add 1 tablespoon oil to the pan.
When hot, add the bell peppers and stir occasionally for about 2 minutes.
Add shrimp back to the pan, cook for 1 minute to warm the seafood.
Season fajitas with more salt and pepper as desired. Garnish with cilantro.
Serve spicy shrimp fajitas hot with warmed tortillas and lime wedges.
