Ultimate Guide to Delicious Steak Fajitas
Juicy, flavorful steak fajitas with tender strips of marinated beef, sautéed bell peppers, and onions, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs flank steak or skirt steak (sliced against the grain into thin strips)
- 2 bell peppers (sliced into strips, mixed colors recommended)
- 1 large onion (sliced into strips)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 small flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for gluten-free)
- Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, guacamole, and shredded cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: In a bowl, mix lime juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Add steak strips and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
- Sauté vegetables: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers, cooking for 5-6 minutes until softened and slightly charred. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the steak: In the same skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add marinated steak (shaking off excess marinade) and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until steak is browned but still tender.
- Combine and serve: Return the sautéed peppers and onions to the skillet with the steak, tossing to combine. Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave.
- Assemble fajitas: Serve steak and veggie mixture on warm tortillas with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, guacamole, and shredded cheese.
Notes
- For extra tender steak, slice against the grain and don’t overcook.
- Add a splash of orange juice to the marinade for a touch of sweetness.
- Use cast iron or a very hot skillet for the best sear on the steak.
- Leftovers make great burrito bowls or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fajitas (without toppings)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
