#3 Calavacitas Fajitas Recipe
a sizzling order of our fresh grilled calavacitas with bell peppers and onions. Served with Spanish rice, Puerto Rican beans, tortillas, and all the fixings.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Spices & Seasonings
Sides
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Vegetables
Chop the zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, and onions into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Season the Vegetables
In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
Cooking
- 3
Grill the Vegetables
Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned vegetables and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- 4
Warm the Tortillas
While the vegetables are grilling, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Serving
- 5
Assemble the Fajitas
Serve the grilled calavacitas and peppers on a platter with warm tortillas, Spanish rice, Puerto Rican beans, and toppings like lime wedges, cilantro, and sour cream.