Description
Steak Fajitas feature juicy marinated flank or skirt steak cooked to perfection with colorful sautéed bell peppers and onions. Served with warm flour tortillas and classic toppings like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges, this easy Tex-Mex dish is perfect for a flavorful family meal or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
Steak
- 1½ lbs flank steak or skirt steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For Serving
- 8 flour tortillas
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a bowl to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate Steak: Place the flank or skirt steak in the marinade, ensuring it is well coated, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Cook Steak: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 4–5 minutes on each side, adjusting the time based on thickness and preferred doneness.
- Rest and Slice Steak: Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice the steak thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness.
- Sauté Vegetables: While the steak rests, sauté the sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers along with the onion in olive oil over medium-high heat until they become tender-crisp.
- Assemble Fajitas: Warm the flour tortillas and serve with the sliced steak, sautéed vegetables, and your choice of toppings like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges for a complete meal.
Notes
- Flank or skirt steak works best for fajitas due to their texture and flavor.
- Always slice the steak against the grain to ensure tender bites.
- Add extras like shredded cheese or pico de gallo for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
