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Home » Main Dish » Mexican Shrimp

Mexican Shrimp

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Total 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Serves 4 servings

By: Mariam Ezzeddine  |  May 31, 2020This post may contain affiliate links, read my disclosure policy for details

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This delicious Mexican Shrimp recipe is everything you can ask for in a healthy dish. Takes 20 minutes to make, full of nutrients, filling, delicious and very versatile. These delicious tender shrimps are sautéed with black beans, pepper and corn.

mexican shrimp in a skillet with lemon wedges and cilantro

Our family loves Mexican food, and if you’re the same be sure to check out my Mexican Chicken Tacos and Creamy One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta.

Why this recipe is great!

Shrimp is a very nutritious source of protein and can fit well into many balanced diets. Also the ingredients used in this recipe are very simple staple ingredients found in your pantry. So you can make this recipe at any time when you want to make a quick easy meal.

How to make Mexican Shrimp Skillet

Marinate the shrimp. Ingredients you need:

  • Large shrimp
  • Lime juice
  • Chili seasoning
  • Chili flakes
  • Paprika
  • Cumin Powder
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Minced Fresh Garlic
  • Olive Oil
Marinated mexican shrimp in a bowl

Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix to coat the shrimp really well with the marinade. You can let them marinade for 30 minutes if you have time. If not, you can still cook them right away.

veggies for the mexican shrimp being sauteed. Corn, bell peppers and black beans

After they marinate, heat up a cast iron skillet to medium heat and add some olive oil. Pan sear the shrimp for 3 minutes on both side, cooking a total of 6 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside in a bowl covered with aluminum foil.

Veggies Needed:

  • Black beans
  • Corn
  • Bell Peppers

You can add onions or different veggies to your liking or use keto veggies if you want to make this recipe keto friendly.

veggies for the mexican shrimp being sauteed. Corn, bell peppers and black beans

Pan sear the cubed bell peppers with olive oil until tender. Add in the corn and bean and then give them a mix and continue cooking for another minute of two on low heat until the corn and beans heat up.

sauteed veggies for the mexican shrimp. corn beans and bell peppers

Pan sear the cubed bell peppers with olive oil until tender. Add in the corn and bean and then give them a mix and continue cooking for another minute of two on low heat until the corn and beans heat up.

mexican shrimp on top of the veggies

Add in the shrimp and mix everything together well. Cover and cook for 2-3 more minutes on low heat.Add in the shrimp and mix everything together well. Cover and cook for 2-3 more minutes on low heat.

close up photo of the mexican shrimp in a skillet

Remove and garnish with some fresh chopped cilantro and lime. Serve and enjoy!

Tips for making the dish

  • Add different veggies like diced onions, diced tomatoes, zucchini or yellow squash.
  • Marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes.
  • Use lime instead of lemons. Limes give a delicious flavor along with chili seasoning.
  • Serve on tortillas along with some sliced avocadoes. Be sure to remove the tails if you are serving like tacos.
  • Cook without the tails if you are not a fan of taking them out while eating.
  • Add some chopped Jalapeños to make it more spicy.

Meal ideas for this Mexican Shrimp recipe

Taco: Make this dish into tacos! Serve along with some avocados, or guacamole and chips

Meal prep: Serve for meal prep with some brown rice or quinoa.

Salad: Chop up some basic salad ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, and drizzle a simple lime and olive oil dressing with it. This would be a low carb meal option.

Potato: You can sever with any kind of potatoes. Regular, sweet, baked, fried, whatever you like. But if you care looking for a healthier option go for something like my Parmesan Herbed Potatoes

Wrap: You can totally make this into a wrap. Just get a large tortilla, add some guac, your favorite sauce, some rice and wrap it up!

Keto: Make this a keto dish by replace the veggies with keto approved veggies but keep the same marinate dressing for the shrimp.

Similar recipe you may enjoy

  • Blackened Shrimp Meal Prep
  • Grilled Chili Lime Shrimp
  • Baked Southwest Zucchini Boats
  • Caribbean Jerk Fish Bowl
mexican shrimp served in meal prep glass containers

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close up photo of the mexican shrimp in a skillet

Mexican Shrimp

5 from 1 vote
Created by Mariam E.
Made with nutritious and healthy ingredients, this Mexican Shrimp skillet makes the perfect weeknight dinnner recipe! Takes just 20 minutes to make.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimps peeled, size 16/20
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 3/4 cup black beans
  • 1 cup bell peppers diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For searing shrimp and veggies.
  • Cilantro chopped, for garnishing
  • Lime wedges

Shrimp Marinade

  • 1 tbsp chili seasoning
  • 3 tbsps lime juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Place all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix to coat the shrimp really well with the marinade. You can let them marinade for 30 minutes if you have time. If not, you can still cook them right away.
  • After they marinate, heat up a cast iron skillet to medium heat and add some olive oil. Pan sear the shrimp for 3 minutes on both side, cooking a total of 6 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside in a bowl covered with aluminum foil.
  • Pan sear the cubed bell peppers with olive oil until tender. Add in the corn and bean and then give them a mix and continue cooking for another minute of two on low heat until the corn and beans heat up.
  • Add in the shrimp and mix everything together well. Cover and cook for 2-3 more minutes on low heat.
  • Remove and garnish with some fresh chopped cilantro and lime. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Add different veggies like diced onions, diced tomatoes, zucchini or yellow squash.
  • Use lime instead of lemons. Limes give a delicious flavor along with chili seasoning.
  • Serve on tortillas along with some sliced avocadoes. Be sure to remove the tails if you are serving like tacos.
  • Cook without the tails if you are not a fan of taking them out while eating.
  • Add some chopped Jalapeños to spice it up.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 886mg | Potassium: 392mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2362IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 4mg
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  1. Zoe says

    January 25, 2021 at 7:53 pm

    What if I don’t have a cast iron skillet?

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    • Mariam E. says

      January 26, 2021 at 6:03 pm

      You can use any oven safe skillet or non stick skillet at first and transfer to a baking dish.

      Reply
  2. Giselle says

    January 25, 2021 at 7:48 pm

    Do you have a preferred chili seasoning?

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    • Mariam E. says

      January 26, 2021 at 6:04 pm

      I think the one I use is Tones, I get it from sams club, but I believe you may find it elsewhere. I also like McCormick’s spices.

      Reply
  3. Mary Nichole says

    June 8, 2020 at 7:38 am

    5 stars
    Its taste is “YUM”, as it looks in the picture. I have tried this dish and my children liked it very much. They were like, they want this dish often. Thank you for sharing this delicious dish.

    Reply
    • Mariam E. says

      June 8, 2020 at 7:57 pm

      Hi Mary!
      So nice to hear you and your family enjoyed this dish! Thank you so much for the review.

      Reply

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