Description
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with these mouthwatering Steak Fajitas! Tender steak, fresh veggies, and bold seasonings come together in a sizzling skillet for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
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- For the Marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for a gluten-free option)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Fajitas:
- 1 1/2 lbs flank steak or skirt steak
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- Warm flour or corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak:
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
- Place the steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- While the steak marinates, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- Cook the Steak:
- Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels. Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness) for medium-rare. Adjust the cooking time for your desired doneness.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil and toss in the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and slightly charred.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Layer the sliced steak and sautéed veggies on the tortillas. Add your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, cheese, or sour cream.
Notes
For a smoky twist, grill the steak and veggies instead of cooking them in a skillet!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: fajitas, steak, Mexican food, dinner, skillet