Steak Fajitas (Printable Version)

Tender marinated beef sizzling with peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the 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

→ For the Fajitas

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

→ For 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)

# How to Prepare:

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 deeper flavor penetration.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Arrange marinated steak 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. Toss in sliced peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and develop slight char marks.
04 - Return seared steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture sizzling hot. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and desired toppings.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The marinade transforms ordinary steak into something that tastes like it came from a restaurant kitchen
  • Everything cooks in one skillet so cleanup is almost nonexistent
  • Customizable toppings mean everyone builds their perfect bite
02 -
  • Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips or it will be tough and chewy
  • Let the skillet get properly hot between batches or you wont get that restaurant style sear
  • Warm your tortillas while the meat rests or theyll tear when you try to fold them
03 -
  • Pat the meat dry with paper towels before searing for better browning
  • Don't skip the rest period after cooking or you'll lose those precious juices
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