Description
Spicy Mexican “sizzling steak fajitas” deliver a flavor explosion that dances across taste buds. Juicy marinated steak, caramelized peppers, and warm tortillas create a culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (lb) / 454 grams flank steak
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
Cooking and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
Serving Accompaniments:
- Flour tortillas
- Sour cream (optional)
- Guacamole (optional)
- Salsa (optional)
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a sizzling hot skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat, creating an ideal surface for caramelizing the flank steak to achieve a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Carefully place the steak into the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side until a perfect sear develops and the meat reaches desired doneness.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board, allowing it to rest and redistribute internal juices while retaining maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Utilize the same skillet to sauté sliced bell peppers and onions, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and maintaining a crisp-tender texture.
- After 4-5 minutes of vegetable cooking, slice the rested steak against the grain into thin, uniform strips to maximize tenderness and eating experience.
- Return the sliced steak to the skillet, reuniting the meat with the colorful, softened vegetables.
- Generously sprinkle fajita seasoning across the mixture, gently tossing to ensure every morsel is thoroughly coated with aromatic spices.
- Warm flour tortillas to create the perfect vessel for the sizzling steak and vegetable medley.
- Plate the fajitas, offering an array of optional garnishes like creamy sour cream, zesty salsa, fresh guacamole, or melted shredded cheese to personalize each serving.
Notes
- Choose a high-quality flank steak with good marbling for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Pat the steak dry before searing to ensure a perfect golden-brown crust and prevent steaming.
- Let the steak rest after cooking to help redistribute juices and keep the meat moist.
- Slice the steak against the grain for the most tender and easy-to-chew bites.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for even heat distribution and that classic sizzling sound.
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of fajita seasoning or adding fresh chili peppers.
- Make it gluten-free by using corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- Prepare extra veggies for vegetarians or as a side dish for more meal flexibility.
- Quick meal prep tip: Slice vegetables and steak in advance to reduce cooking time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13-15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg