Sizzling Steak Fajitas Beef (Printer-friendly)

Tender marinated beef strips cooked with colorful bell peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas.

# Ingredient List:

→ Marinade

01 - 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, thinly sliced
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh 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

→ Fajita 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

→ Accompaniments

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)

# Directions:

01 - Combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss steak strips in the marinade and refrigerate for a minimum of 15 minutes, up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange marinated steak strips in a single layer, searing 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove steak from skillet and cover to keep warm.
03 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Incorporate sliced bell peppers and onion, sautéing for 5 to 7 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
04 - Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss to combine and heat together for 1 to 2 minutes until sizzling.
05 - Immediately transfer the steak and vegetables to a serving dish. Accompany with warm tortillas and your preferred optional toppings.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like you've been cooking all day.
  • The sizzle and aroma are half the appeal—your kitchen will smell incredible and people will gravitate to the stove.
  • You control everything; customize toppings to match what your guests actually want instead of forcing a fixed plate.
02 -
  • Don't skip marinating the steak—even 15 minutes makes a real difference in tenderness and flavor.
  • The key to vegetables that taste amazing is not moving them around the pan constantly; let them sit so they actually get some color and caramelization.
  • Serve everything hot or it loses its appeal; this isn't a dish that waits well, so have your tortillas warmed and toppings ready before you start cooking.
03 -
  • Slice your steak against the grain so each bite is tender—if you cut with the grain, you'll end up with chewy strips that fight your teeth.
  • Keep a lid or foil handy to cover the steak after searing; it stays warm and keeps cooking gently while your vegetables work in the pan.
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