Scorching steak fajitas at all times hit the spot for a simple, scrumptious, and thrilling dinner. Simply don’t neglect to prep some tortillas, salsa, and guacamole for the last word fiesta evening!
Making steak fajitas is certainly one of my favourite summertime rituals. I really like heating the grill, having associates over, and ingesting a traditional margarita (or strawberry margarita). It’s at all times a enjoyable time! However should you don’t have an out of doors grill there’s no want to worry, you may also make this recipe on an indoor grill pan for the most effective weeknight dinner.
I’m a fajita lover via and thru (have you ever tried my rooster fajitas or shrimp fajitas?). However the marinade for this steak fajitas recipe is what makes it so particular. It’s tangy with the proper quantity of spice, and gently tenderizes the meat, setting it up for final success on the grill.
Steak Fajitas Components
Excellent news, the ingredient record is tremendous easy and in no way difficult. Right here’s what you’ll want:
- Steak: Flank steak is what’s usually used for steak fajitas. However you may also use sirloin steak or skirt steak (much like my carne asada recipe).
- Steak Fajita Marinade: A easy but flavorful combo of lime juice, olive oil, garlic, floor cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper — that’s it!
- Greens: Seize a white or yellow onion and a few bell peppers to finish the skillet! I like to make use of a mixture of purple, inexperienced, and yellow peppers for further colour.
Discover the printable recipe with measurements beneath.
How To Make Steak Fajitas
In the event you don’t have an out of doors grill, I really like to make use of this indoor grill pan proper on my stovetop! As soon as that’s arrange, right here’s how simply these steak fajitas come collectively.
Marinate. Stir collectively the marinade elements. Then add the steak, toss to mix, and marinate for 1 to 4 hours. Strive to not exceed 4 hours as your steak can turn into a bit chewy after that from the lime juice!
Grill the steak. Grill the steak for 3 to 4 minutes on all sides, or to your most popular stage of doneness. Then take away the steak to a slicing board to let it relaxation for a couple of minutes.
Prepare dinner the veggies. Whereas the steak rests, sauté the onion and bell pepper slices for 4 to five minutes.
Slice the steak. When the onion and bell peppers are nearly completed, slice the steak into lengthy, diagonal strips. Bear in mind to slice towards the grain for completely tender items!
Prepare dinner every thing collectively. Add the steak again to the skillet, and stir it along with the veggies. That’s it!
Methods To Serve Steak Fajitas
I personally like to wrap these steak fajitas with my cassava flour tortillas. Then add a spoonful of bitter cream, pico de gallo, and guacamole, with a sprinkle of contemporary cilantro.
However you can additionally flip this right into a plate or bowl with cilantro lime rice (or Mexican rice) and all of the Mexican toppings you’re keen on. I additionally extremely advocate a drizzle of lime crema or chipotle sauce on prime!
Storage Ideas
- To retailer for the week: Let the fajitas come to room temperature earlier than putting leftovers in an hermetic container. Then, retailer it within the fridge for 4 to five days.
- Freeze for later: Steak fajitas will hold for as much as 3 months in an hermetic container the freezer. Excellent for a simple weeknight reheat!
- To reheat: Let thaw within the fridge in a single day, if frozen. Then microwave for 1 to 2 minutes till it’s warmed via.
Extra Mexican Recipes
With how a lot I really like Mexican meals, I’ve received loads extra choices for you! You possibly can peruse my record of Mexican recipes, or give a couple of of my favorites beneath a attempt.
I hope this steak fajitas recipe makes your gatherings (or weeknight dinners) enjoyable and scrumptious! I’d love to listen to your ideas within the remark field beneath.
Steak Fajitas
This scorching steak fajitas recipe (with the most effective marinade) at all times hits the spot for a simple, scrumptious, and thrilling dinner! Watch the video beneath to see how this comes collectively.
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Add the entire marinade elements to a bowl or shallow dish and stir. Add the steak, toss to mix, and marinate for 1 to 4 hours.
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Warmth a big skillet over medium-high warmth. Add the steak and prepare dinner for 3 to 4 minutes on all sides. Take away the steak to a slicing board and let the steak relaxation for a number of minutes.
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Whereas the steak is resting, warmth the oil in the identical skillet on medium-high warmth. Add the onion and bell pepper slices and saute for 4 to five minutes, stirring ceaselessly.
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When the onion and bell peppers are nearly completed, slice the steak into lengthy, diagonal strips.
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Add the steak again to the skillet, and stir every thing collectively.
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Serve instantly with tortillas and your favourite toppings, akin to bitter cream, pico de gallo, and avocado (or guacamole).
Energy: 355kcal, Carbohydrates: 30g, Protein: 19g, Fats: 19g, Saturated Fats: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fats: 1g, Monounsaturated Fats: 10g, Ldl cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 688mg, Potassium: 445mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 1925IU, Vitamin C: 82mg, Calcium: 35mg, Iron: 2mg
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Recipe initially posted August 2015, however up to date to incorporate new photographs and knowledge, together with a tweak to the marinade.
