7.23.2008

Shrimp Fajitas

INGREDIENTS
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Tapatio (or your favorite hot sauce)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, julienned
2 bell peppers, julienned (two different colors sweetens up the dish and add more color)
flour tortillas

DIRECTIONS
1. In a large Ziploc bag combine the vegetable oil, lemon juice, garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, Tapatio, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Squeeze the bag to thoroughly mix the marinade. Add shrimp. Refrigerate and let shrimp marinade for 15 to 30 minutes.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp along with the marinade and cook about 2 minutes or until no longer pink.
3. Add bell peppers and onions. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Serve with flour tortillas, sour cream, guacamole or your favorite toppings.