Craving a restaurant-quality meal that's ready in under 30 minutes? These mouthwatering beef and vegetable fajitas are about to become your new weeknight dinner obsession! Imagine tender, perfectly seasoned steak strips, caramelized bell peppers and onions, all wrapped in warm, soft tortillas – this recipe promises to transport you straight to the vibrant streets of Mexico with every single bite.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 8 flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by slicing flank steak against the grain into thin strips, ensuring even cuts for quick and uniform cooking.
- Season the sliced steak with fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently massage the seasonings into the meat, allowing flavors to penetrate for 5-10 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
- Once the skillet is hot, add sliced bell peppers and onions. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften and develop slight char marks, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the seasoned steak strips. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, ensuring quick, high-heat cooking to maintain tenderness and develop a nice sear.
- Warm flour tortillas in a separate skillet or directly over a gas flame for 15-20 seconds on each side.
- Combine the cooked steak and sautéed vegetables back in the skillet, tossing briefly to reheat and mix flavors.
- Serve immediately by placing the hot meat and vegetable mixture on warm tortillas. Provide optional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on the side.
Tips
- Always slice your steak against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Let your steak sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes after seasoning to help it cook more evenly.
- Use a cast-iron skillet if possible – it provides the best heat distribution and creates an amazing sear.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking steak; cook in batches if needed to maintain high heat and achieve a perfect golden-brown crust.
- Warm your tortillas just before serving to prevent them from becoming tough or dry.
- Experiment with different toppings to personalize your fajitas and keep things exciting!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 75mg
