Easy Steak Fajitas
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 55 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
262 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Easy Steak Fajitas
Description
Easy Steak Fajitas combine slices of marinated flank steak with sautéed onions and a mix of bell and poblano peppers. The steak is flavored with a marinade of olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, oregano, smoked paprika, and cilantro, which tenderizes the meat and imparts a mild citrus and smoky spice profile. After marinating, the steak is cooked over medium-high heat to develop a seared exterior and juicy interior, then rested before slicing thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness.
The peppers and onions are cooked separately in the same skillet with a pinch of salt, gently softening while maintaining some bite to balance the meaty steak slices. The dish assembles as warm slices of steak with contrasting sweet and slightly spicy vegetables. Tortillas or lettuce cups can serve as a vessel for the meat and vegetables, and toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or additional cilantro can provide fresh or creamy notes.
For best results, pat the steak dry before cooking and use coarse sea salt after marinating to help tenderize the meat fibers. Slicing the steak thinly against the grain ensures less chewiness and a better texture for fajita-style eating. Reserving some marinade to add to the peppers and onions during cooking can boost their flavor if desired.
Ingredients
For the meat and marinade
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons cumin ground
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak
- kosher salt
- black pepper
For the pepper and onions
- 2 ½ tablespoons cooking oil divided
- 2 medium white onion sliced
- 1 large poblano pepper sliced into strips
- 3 large bell peppers sliced into strips
- 1 pinch kosher salt
Optional toppings
- guacamole
- sour cream
- cilantro
- flour tortilla
- corn tortilla
- lettuce cup
Instructions
- In a large resealable plastic bag (or a large mixing bowl) add all the ingredients except the coarse sea salt and black pepper and toss to combine.
- Cover and marinate in the fridge for 2 hours up to 8 hours.
- Remove the meat from the marinade, transfer to a clean large surface or cutting board and pat dry with paper towels. Generously season both sides of the steak with coarse sea salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the steak to the skillet and cook on each side for about 3-5 minutes, depending on how thick the steak is and how "done" you want it to be. I recommend using a meat thermometer for this step if you have one.
- Remove the steak from the skillet, transfer to a cutting board to let it rest and lightly cover with aluminum foil.
- While the meat is resting, add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of cooking oil to the skillet. Add the onions, peppers and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes, until the veggies are soft.
- Uncover the steak and slice it against the grain and at an angle into thin slices. Serve along with the fajita veggies in tortillas, on a salad or in lettuce cups and enjoy!
Notes
- Apply coarse sea salt after marinating the steak to help tenderize the meat further.
- Slice the steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness and prevent chewiness.
- Optionally, reserve a small amount of the marinade to add flavor to the peppers and onions while cooking them.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/8th of recipe | |
| Calories | 262kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 681mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 216mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1150IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 109.7mg | 122% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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