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Steak Fajitas

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Sizzling steak fajitas with a burst of flavor, featuring tender marinated steak, soft onions, and crisp bell peppers, served with warm tortillas.

Ingredients for Steak Fajitas

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Cumin

teaspoons

Chile Powder

teaspoons

Salt

teaspoons

Lime, zested and juiced

each

Olive Oil

tablespoons

Garlic, minced

cloves

Steak, marinated

0 oz

Onion, sliced

each

Bell Pepper, sliced

each

Chile, minced

each

Romaine Lettuce, sliced

0 oz

Tortillas, warmed

each

Salsa, fresh

cups

Queso Fresco, crumbled

0 oz

How to Make Steak Fajitas

1. Marinate the Steak

Coat the steak evenly with cumin, chile powder, and salt. In a bowl, whisk together lime zest and juice, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, and half of the minced garlic. Place the steak in the mixture and marinate for 4 to 24 hours.

2. Sauté Onions and Peppers

In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook onions until soft and golden, about 4-5 minutes. Add bell peppers and minced chile, cooking for 3 minutes. Lower the heat and add remaining garlic, a pinch more cumin, salt, and reserved marinade, cooking for another 5-8 minutes.

3. Warm Tortillas

Warm the tortillas in the oven or microwave, wrapped in foil or a towel to keep them soft.

4. Cook the Steak

In a hot skillet with oil, sear the marinated steak for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.

5. Assemble Fajitas

Serve sliced steak over romaine lettuce, topped with sautéed veggies, warm tortillas, fresh salsa, and crumbled queso fresco. Allow everyone to build their own fajitas.

Pitfalls and tips

Select the Proper Cut

Skirt steak or flank steak are ideal due to their rich flavor and ability to absorb marinades well.

Quick Sear

Cook the meat quickly on high heat to preserve tenderness and juiciness, aiming for medium-rare to medium.

Use High Heat for Cooking

Ensure your cooking surface is very hot before adding the meat to achieve a beautiful char and caramelization.

Marinade for Maximum Flavor

Use a combination of oil, acid, spices, and aromatics for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Resting is Key

Let the steak rest for at least 5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute.

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