Steak Fajitas with Bell Peppers (Printable)

Tender marinated beef sizzling with colorful peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas.

# Required Ingredients:

→ For the 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

→ For the Fajitas

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

→ For Serving

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)

# Directions:

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, up to 2 hours refrigerated for enhanced flavor.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange marinated steak in a single layer. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and cover to retain warmth.
03 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add sliced peppers and onion; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly charred, stirring occasionally.
04 - Return steak to the skillet and toss with vegetables. Heat for 1-2 minutes until sizzling hot. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and desired toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The marinade transforms even budget cuts into incredibly tender, flavorful beef
  • Everything happens in one pan, meaning less cleanup and more time eating
02 -
  • Crowding the pan will cause the meat to steam instead of sear, so work in batches if necessary
  • Let the meat rest for a couple minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute
03 -
  • Freeze the steak for 30 minutes before slicing to get paper-thin, even strips
  • Keep a spare lime half handy to squeeze over everything right before serving
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