Quick and easy steak fajitas loaded with authentic Mexican flavor from a blend of spices and fajita seasonings, onions, bell peppers, and poblano peppers. Guaranteed to satisfy that craving. For a company worthy meal, serve with a side of beans and rice.
Course main meal beef
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword how to cook steak fajitas, how to make steak fajitas, what kind of steak for fajitas
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Servings 6servings
Calories 243kcal
Author Beth Pierce
Ingredients
Steak Fajita Marinade
⅓cuplime juice
3tablespoonsolive oil
2clovesgarlic minced
2teaspoonschili powder
1teaspoonground cumin
1teaspoonsmoked paprika
⅛teaspooncayenne pepper
½teaspoonkosher salt
½teaspoonfresh ground black pepper
Steak Fajita Ingredients
1 ½ -2lbs.flank steakskirt steak, sirloin steak, or petite shoulder
2tablespoonsvegetable oil
2medium yellow onions sliced
1green bell pepper sliced into thin strips
1red bell pepper sliced into thin strips
1poblano pepper sliced into thin strips
Flour tortillas or corn tortillas
Instructions
Add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to a sealable jar and shake to combine. Add the steak and about two thirds of the marinade to a zipper bag. Place in the fridge to marinate for 1-2 hours depending on the cut.
Preheat the grill to 450-500 degrees. Remove the meat from the marinade shaking off any excess. Discard the leftover marinade. Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Grill the meat till your desired doneness but don't overcook it. Remove the steak from the grill and tent it while you cook the veggies.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell peppers and poblano pepper tossing every couple of minutes so they don't burn. Cook for about 5 minutes. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the reserved lime juice marinade every 2 minutes.
Meanwhile cut the steak against the grain and add it to the skillet with the onions and peppers. Add the last of the marinade and toss to coat. For best results serve promptly on charred tortillas. Serve with your choice of toppings like salsa, Pico de Gallo, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
Do not marinate the steak longer than 2-3 hours. The acid in the lime juice will start to break down the texture of the meat.
If you don't have a huge skillet work in batches so the vegetables get a little browned and crispy and not steamed and soggy. Start with the onions first.
I use petite shoulder for this recipe but other cuts of beef that work well are flank steak, skirt steak, or sirloin. Petite shoulder is a little thicker and more tender than the other cuts. It take a little longer to grill too. Flank steak and skirt steak are a little more tough and require a longer marinating time.
If you prefer cook the beef in the skillet over medium high heat. Slice the beef before adding it to the marinade, shake off any excess marinade, and add it to a very hot skillet with a little oil. It is best to cook it in batches.
For that authentic Mexican restaurant look and flavor char those tortillas. There are three easy ways to char corn and flour tortillas, gas stove, broiler, and hot skillet.
Don't overcook the steak or the peppers. Both are far better slightly undercooked as opposed to overcooked.
Customize the toppings to suit your taste. Toppings to try include sour cream, avocados, guacamole, Pico de Gallo, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For best results reheat in the microwave at a reduced power so you don't over cook the beef or the bell peppers.