Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl AztecaTexas Fajitas Recipe

Texas Fajitas Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time1h
Serves4

Steak, chicken, & shrimp.

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Ingredients

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Proteins

Vegetables

Tortillas

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Proteins

    In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until well mixed. Add the flank steak, chicken breasts, and shrimp to the marinade, ensuring all proteins are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    While the proteins are marinating, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Proteins

    Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Remove the proteins from the marinade, letting excess marinade drip off. Cook the flank steak for 5-7 minutes on each side until desired doneness. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove proteins from the skillet or grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed, and add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Fajitas

    Slice the cooked flank steak and chicken into strips. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet. On each tortilla, layer the sliced steak, chicken, shrimp, sautéed vegetables, and desired toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, and salsa. Roll up the tortillas to enclose the fillings.

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