Beef Fajitas Recipe

Beef Fajitas: Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Make fajita seasoning

   In a small bowl mix together chili powder (2 tsp), ground cumin (1 tsp), paprika (1 tsp), dried oregano (0.5 tsp), salt (0.5 tsp), and black pepper (0.25 tsp) to create the fajita seasoning.

2. 2

   Prepare beef

   Trim the flank steak and slice it against the grain into thin strips about 1/4 inch thick.

3. 3

   Season beef

   Toss the beef strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil and about half of the fajita seasoning until evenly coated.

4. 4

   Sear beef

   Heat a large skillet over high heat. In batches, sear the seasoned beef until browned, about 2–3 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate when done.

5. 5

   Cook vegetables

   In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté the red and green bell peppers and yellow onion until tender and slightly charred, about 5–7 minutes.

6. 6

   Add garlic and remaining seasoning

   Add minced garlic and the remaining fajita seasoning; cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

7. 7

   Combine beef and lime

   Return beef to the skillet. Squeeze in juice from 1 lime and toss to coat; cook 1–2 minutes until everything is hot and well mixed.

8. 8

   Finish and serve

   Stir in chopped cilantro, season to taste with additional salt if needed, and keep warm. Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave and serve fajitas with tortillas and lime wedges if desired.