Ground Beef Fajitas Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
12 mins
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Cook Time
18 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings (2 fajitas each)
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Calories
551 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Ground Beef Fajitas Recipe
Description
The Ground Beef Fajitas recipe starts by blending chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a signature seasoning mix. Ground beef chuck is browned in a skillet and drained of fat before being combined with the seasoning and water to develop a flavorful, moist filling. Meanwhile, sliced green, red, and yellow bell peppers along with onion strips are sautéed quickly to maintain their crisp-tender texture.
Returning the beef to the skillet with vegetables allows flavors to meld while heating through. The dish is finished with freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for bright acidity. The fajita-size flour tortillas are warmed in a skillet or microwave to make wrapping easy.
These fajitas can be served as-is or accompanied by favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, jalapeños, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or pico de gallo, providing customization options to suit different tastes.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp chili powder $0.20
- 2 tsp cumin $0.20, ground
- 1 tsp smoked paprika $0.10
- 1 tsp garlic powder $0.10
- 1 tsp salt $0.03
- ½ tsp black pepper $0.08, freshly cracked
- 1 lb. ground beef chuck $5.99
- 3 Tbsp water $0.00
- 1 Tbsp neutral cooking oil $0.04, generic cooking oil
- 1 green bell pepper $0.86
- 1 red bell pepper $1.48
- 1 yellow bell pepper $1.48
- 1 onion $0.43, small yellow or white
- 2 Tbsp cilantro $0.12, freshly chopped
- 1 lime $0.25
- 8 flour tortillas $1.39, fajita size
Instructions
- Mix all of the spices for the fajita seasoning in a small bowl and set aside (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper). Then slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips and set them aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef chuck. Drain any excess fat.
- Once the beef has browned, add the prepared fajita seasoning and water. Stir and cook for 2-3 more minutes. Transfer the seasoned ground beef to a separate plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the cooking oil, sliced bell peppers and sliced onion. Sauté the vegetables for 3-4 minutes. Try not to over cook the veggies. They should be slightly tender, but still crisp.
- Now add back in the seasoned ground beef. Stir everything together and allow the ground beef to heat through. Finish with freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with warmed fajita-size tortillas** and all your favorite toppings***. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use 80% lean ground beef chuck for balance of flavor and fat; leaner beef can be substituted based on budget.
- Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for a few seconds each side or warm in the microwave according to package instructions.
- Customize fajitas with toppings like shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, lime juice, jalapeños, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and pico de gallo for added flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (2 fajitas each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 551 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2fajitas | |
| Calories | 551kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Sodium | 1123mg | 47% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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