Are you tired of the same old meals on board? Look no further than The Little Alaskan Shrimp Cookbook for some inspiration in the galley. Our recipe for Shrimp Fajitas will have your taste buds dancing with delight.
Jumbo shrimp marinated in a blend of flavorful spices are sautéed with onions and bell peppers, and served with warm tortillas and all the fixings. The best part? It’s a quick, easy meal that leaves you more time to enjoy the beautiful ocean views.
To be ready for that moment, remember to stock up on fresh ingredients such as avocados, cilantro, jalapeños and red cabbage.
Add salsa and sour cream, and you are in culinary heaven.
For the Fajita Seasoning
1½ tsp chili powder1½ tsp ground cumin1 tsp garlic powder½ tsp paprika ½ tsp oregano½ tsp sea salt¼ tsp ground black pepper
For the Fajitas
1½ pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined¼ cup olive oil, divided 1 lime 1 medium onion, thinly sliced2 red bell peppers, cored and thinly sliced 8 small flour tortillas
Topping
Avocado (or guacamole)Red cabbageCilantroJalapeñosSour creamSalsa
Makes 4 servings
– In a small bowl, stir together the seasoning ingredients.
– Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice from half the lime, and the fajita seasoning. Toss until the shrimp are well coated. Set aside to marinate.
– Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large, nonstick sauté pan over medium heat. Add onions and peppers. Sauté for four to five minutes, or until softened. Transfer to a plate.
– In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook for two to three minutes, or until they turn pink.
– Add the onions and bell peppers back into the skillet. Give everything a toss, and squeeze more lime juice on top.
Serve immediately with tortillas and toppings.
This article was originally published in the October 2023 issue.
