Shrimp Fajitas with Cilantro Lime Butter

Ingredients

• 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 2 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon spice mix ((recipe above))
• 3 bell peppers, sliced (any color combination)
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Tortillas, chopped tomatoes, salsa, avocado slices, sour cream, guacamole, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, jalapeno slices

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Make the Spice Mix ---

2. 2

   In a small bowl combine the ground cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper and ground clove. Set aside.

3. 3

   --- Make the Fajitas ---

4. 4

   Put the shrimp in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture. Seal the bag and rub the spices into the shrimp. Refrigerate for 15 minutes and up to 2 hours.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

6. 6

   Place the bell peppers and onions on the baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the spice mix. Toss until evenly coated and spread evenly on the baking sheet. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes. In the meantime, mix the cilantro lime butter ingredients (instructions below).

7. 7

   Carefully remove the sheet pan from the oven and stir the vegetables. Move them to one side of the baking pan. Add the shrimp and spread them evenly trying to make sure they are all in one layer.

8. 8

   Return the sheet pan to the oven and bake for another 6 to 8 minutes or until the shrimp is cook through.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and mix the vegetables and shrimp to combine. Drizzle the shrimp with the Cilantro Lime Butter and serve.

10. 10

    --- Cilantro Lime Butter ---

11. 11

    Melt the butter in a small bowl. Add the cilantro, lime juice and minced garlic. Mix to combine