Ready to spice up your dinner routine? 🌶️ This Mexican Shrimp Stir Fry is bursting with bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and just the right kick of heat! With juicy shrimp, vibrant bell peppers, and a zesty lime finish, this quick and easy dish delivers restaurant-quality taste in under 30 minutes. Perfect for taco night, rice bowls, or just straight from the skillet—this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prep the Ingredients: Begin by peeling and deveining the shrimp if not already done. Slice the onion and both bell peppers. Mince the garlic.
Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sauté Vegetables: Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to the skillet. If you are using jalapeno, use the portion that suits your taste. Stir frequently for about 4-5 minutes, or until they start to soften.
Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.
Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper over the shrimp. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Add Lime Juice: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the stir fry and stir well to combine all the flavors.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve immediately. This dish pairs well with rice or tortillas.
Nutrition Information (per serving, based on 4 servings):
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 2g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sodium: 250mg
Enjoy your delicious Mexican shrimp stir fry with a cold beer!
I’d love to hear how this Mexican Shrimp Stir Fry turned out for you! 🍤🔥 Did you add any special twists or spice it up even more? Drop a comment below and let me know how you made this dish your own! 👇✨ #FoodLovers #MexicanCuisine #ShrimpStirFry