Jul 14 2026
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Copal Fajitas Recipe

Inspired by Copal
Time40m
Serves4

Steak or chicken strips cooked with onions, fresh jalapeños and tomato. Served with cactus salad, Mexican cheese, rice, beans, guacamole and lettuce and a side of corn tortillas! * Spicy dish

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Slice the steak or chicken into thin strips. Chop the onion, jalapeños, and tomato. Dice the cactus into small pieces.

  2. 2

    Cook the Meat

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meat strips and season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Vegetables

    Add the sliced onion, jalapeños, and tomato to the skillet with the meat. Stir and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  4. 4

    Prepare Cactus Salad

    In a separate bowl, mix diced cactus with lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro. Set aside.

  5. 5

    Cook Rice and Beans

    Prepare rice and beans according to package instructions.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Warm the corn tortillas and serve the fajitas with cactus salad, Mexican cheese, rice, beans, guacamole, and shredded lettuce.

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