Steak and Shrimp Fajitas

Quickly sautee some shrimp to add to your steak fajitas if you’re running out of steak. These steak and shrimp fajitas are a great way to switch up your dinner without much effort or planning. Make the steak with this easy Steak Fajitas recipe.

How will these fajitas make your life easier?

How many times do you run out of the protein you cooked before the veggies or other components in a dish? No need to have a meal that’s too small or not know what to do with your leftovers. All you have to do is add a couple shrimp and you’ve got enough to feel satisfied. Make these Flat Iron Steak Fajitas and add in some shrimp to fill out your leftovers.

What makes them so good?

• leftover Flat Iron Steak & peppers/onions (from Flat Iron Steak Fajitas recipe)
• Shrimp
• Lime juice
• Tortillas

How do I make steak and shrimp fajitas?

Reheat steak fajitas ingredients. While reheating ingredients, place a small saucepan over medium heat. Once hot place 2-3 frozen shrimp on saucepan, pour 1 T lemon juice and sprinkle a pinch of salt over shrimp. Cover with lid and steam for 3 minutes.

Expert Tip: Use Flat Iron Steak Fajitas recipe to make steak, peppers, and onions. 

Expert Tip: If using fresh shrimp, cook 1-2 minutes on each side and watch carefully (they cook FAST).

Turn shrimp and just cook until both sides are pink. Remove when both sides are pink. 2nd side may only take 1-2 minutes to cook through. Serve with remaining vegetables and sides from steak fajitas.

Expert Tip: Optional toppings- salsa, guacamole, cheese, cilantro, corn, other sauteed vegetables.

Expert Tips

• Use Flat Iron Steak Fajitas recipe to make steak, peppers, and onions. 
• If using fresh shrimp, cook 1-2 minutes on each side and watch carefully (they cook FAST)
• Optional toppings- salsa, guacamole, cheese, cilantro, corn, other sauteed vegetables.

FAQ

What toppings go on fajitas?

Cheese, fresh salsa, and guacamole or avocado, and cilantro are great with fajitas. A few other topping ideas include: corn, jalapeno peppers, other sauces, or sour cream.

How long should you marinate shrimp?

If there’s acid in your marinade, just marinate them for 30 minutes or less. Instead of marinating the shrimp, I cooked them in lime juice. This is a good option if you don’t have time or don’t remember to marinate your shrimp ahead of time.

What can I make with leftover ingredients?

• (shrimp) Easy Shrimp Sheet Pan Dinner or Cajun Shrimp & Vegetable Packets
• (red pepper) Vegetarian Hash, Red Wine Vinegar Coleslaw, or Melanie’s 30 Minute Pumpkin Chili
• (tortillas) Healthy Breakfast Tacos, Veggie Quesadilla

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Steak and Shrimp Fajitas

Quickly sautee some shrimp to add to your steak fajitas if you're running out of steak. These steak and shrimp fajitas are a great way to switch up your dinner without much effort or planning.

Course dinner, main, Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 1 person

Author Rebecca

Equipment

• Microwave
• Measuring Spoons
• Small Saucepan

Ingredients

• leftover steak from Flat Iron Steak Fajitas recipe see notes for link to recipe
• 2-3 frozen shrimp
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• pinch salt
• tortillas
• salsa (optional)
• shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• guacamole or sliced avocado (optional)
• cilantro (optional)

Instructions

• Reheat steak fajitas ingredients. While reheating ingredients, place a small saucepan over medium heat. Once hot place 2-3 frozen shrimp on saucepan, pour 1 T lemon juice and sprinkle a pinch of salt over shrimp. Cover with lid and steam for 3 minutes.
• Turn shrimp and just cook until both sides are pink. Remove when both sides are pink. 2nd side may only take 1-2 minutes to cook through. Serve with remaining vegetables and sides from steak fajitas.

Video

Shrimp and Steak Fajitas

Notes

• Use Flat Iron Steak Fajitas recipe to make steak, peppers, and onions. 
• If using fresh shrimp, cook 1-2 minutes on each side and watch carefully (they cook FAST)
• Optional toppings- salsa, guacamole, cheese, cilantro, corn, other sauteed vegetables.

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