Steak Fajitas with Peppers (Print Version)

Tender marinated beef with sautéed peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas and fresh toppings.

# 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

→ 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

→ Serving 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)

# How to Make It:

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 development.
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 tent with foil to retain heat.
03 - Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Introduce sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and develop slight charring.
04 - Return seared steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is sizzling hot and well combined.
05 - Transfer sizzling fajitas to a serving platter. Accompany with warm tortillas and desired toppings. Serve promptly while hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The marinade does all the heavy lifting while you prep everything else
  • Everyone gets to build their own perfect bite at the table
02 -
  • Cast iron gets the best char but any heavy skillet will work
  • Overcrowding the pan steams the meat instead of searing it
03 -
  • Let the steak rest for 5 minutes after slicing so it stays juicy
  • Grill marks add that authentic restaurant presentation
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