Here’s a delicious recipe for Spicy Steak Fajitas that you can whip up easily!
Spicy Steak Fajitas
Ingredients
For the marinade:
- 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the fajitas:
- 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Tortillas (flour or corn)
- Toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the steak:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the steak and coat it well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
- Cook the steak:
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the steak from the marinade and let any excess marinade drip off.
- Grill or sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust cooking time to your preferred doneness).
- Rest the steak:
- Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Then slice it thinly against the grain.
- Sauté the vegetables:
- In the same skillet (or another pan), heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Assemble the fajitas:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with sliced steak and sautéed veggies. Top with your favorite toppings.
- Serve:
- Enjoy your spicy steak fajitas with lime wedges on the side!
Enjoy!
These fajitas are bursting with flavor and perfect for a fun dinner night. Feel free to adjust the spice level to your taste!