Steak Fajitas (Printable Version)

Tender beef strips sizzling with peppers and onions in a smoky spice blend

# What You'll Need:

→ Marinade

01 - 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, sliced into thin strips
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - ½ tsp chili powder
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Vegetables

10 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
11 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
12 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced
13 - 1 large onion, sliced
14 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Serving

15 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
16 - Sour cream (optional)
17 - Salsa (optional)
18 - Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
19 - Lime wedges (optional)
20 - Sliced avocado or guacamole (optional)
21 - Shredded cheese (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Add steak strips and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor penetration.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Arrange marinated steak strips in a single layer without overcrowding. Sear for 2–3 minutes per side until well-browned and cooked through. Transfer steak to a plate and cover loosely with foil to retain heat.
03 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add sliced peppers and onion, spreading evenly. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and develop light char marks.
04 - Return seared steak to the skillet with vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for 1–2 minutes until the mixture is sizzling hot and well combined. Serve immediately.
05 - Transfer hot fajita mixture to a warm serving platter. Accompany with warmed tortillas and your selection of toppings including sour cream, salsa, cilantro, lime wedges, avocado, or shredded cheese.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything happens in one skillet, meaning less cleanup and more time eating
  • The marinade transforms ordinary steak into something extraordinary with minimal effort
02 -
  • Slicing the beef against the grain into thin strips is crucial for tenderness
  • Let your skillet get properly hot before adding the meat to get that restaurant style sear
03 -
  • Pat the meat dry before searing if it seems too wet from the marinade
  • Let the fajitas rest for a couple of minutes after cooking to redistribute the juices
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