Description
Fajitas steak is a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the lively spirit of Tex-Mex cuisine. With juicy marinated flank steak, colorful bell peppers, and sweet onions, this recipe creates a delightful feast that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or enjoying a family dinner, these fajitas will impress your guests and have them asking for seconds. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the flank steak in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
- While the steak marinates, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- Remove steak from marinade (discard marinade) and sear in the hot skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned but juicy.
- After cooking, let the steak rest before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- Sauté the sliced vegetables in the same skillet for about 3-4 minutes until softened but still crisp.
- Serve warm with tortillas and desired toppings like sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg