Fajitas
Strips of marinated grilled steak or chicken served sizzling on a cast-iron skillet with peppers and onions, accompanied by flour tortillas and all the trimmings.
Cuisines
Mexican
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Build a full meal around Fajitas
Get a matched combo of sides and accents
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 pound | Skirt Steak , or chicken breast |
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1 | Red Bell Pepper , sliced |
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1 | Bell Pepper , green, sliced |
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1 | Yellow Onion , sliced |
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2 tablespoons | Vegetable oil |
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2 tablespoons | Lime juice |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , ground |
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1 teaspoon | Chili Powder , Kashmiri red |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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1/2 teaspoon | Black Pepper , to taste |
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6 | Flour Tortilla , large |
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— | Cilantro , fresh, chopped for garnish |
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— | Sour cream , optional |
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— | Salsa , optional |
Instructions
- 1 In a bowl, combine lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2 Add the steak or chicken to the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 3 Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4 Add the marinated steak or chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and let rest.
- 5 In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
- 6 Add the sliced bell peppers and onion, and sauté until they are tender and slightly charred, about 5 minutes.
- 7 Slice the rested steak or chicken into thin strips.
- 8 Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- 9 To serve, place a portion of meat and sautéed vegetables onto each tortilla.
- 10 Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream and salsa, if desired.
Tips
For a more authentic flavor, try grilling the meat instead of cooking it in a skillet.