Steak Fajitas

 Posted on 17 November 2024

Here’s a tasty recipe for Steak Fajitas that you can make quickly and easily at home. The key is to marinate the steak for a bit to infuse it with flavor, then cook it to perfection and serve it sizzling with all your favorite fajita toppings!

Steak Fajitas Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Steak Marinade:

• 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak (both work great for fajitas)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (optional, but adds nice flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

For the Fajitas:

• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
• 1 additional bell pepper (another color for variety), sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
• Warm flour tortillas (6-inch or 8-inch)

Optional Toppings:

• Sour cream
• Guacamole or sliced avocado
• Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
• Salsa or pico de gallo
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Steak:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, soy sauce, cumin, chili powder, paprika, coriander, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
   • Place the steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the steak. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours. (You can also marinate overnight for more flavor, if you have the time.)
2. Prepare the Veggies:
   • While the steak is marinating, slice the onion and bell peppers into thin strips. Set aside.
3. Cook the Steak:
   • Heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, remove the steak from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
   • Cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer it more done. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your steak.
   • Once cooked, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
4. Cook the Vegetables:
   • In the same skillet (or another skillet), add 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until they’re tender and slightly charred. Season with a little salt and pepper.
5. Assemble the Fajitas:
   • Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
   • To serve, layer the sliced steak and cooked peppers and onions onto the tortillas.
   • Top with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, salsa, or cilantro.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Serve the fajitas immediately while they’re hot, and don’t forget the lime wedges for a fresh squeeze of citrus on top!

Tips:

• If you prefer to grill the steak, you can do so over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side, then slice it thinly against the grain.
• To make it a bit more flavorful, you can also add a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the veggies as they cook.
• You can make a fajita bowl by serving the steak and veggies over rice, if you prefer not to use tortillas.

Enjoy these savory, tender steak fajitas! They’re great for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend