Beef Fajitas Recipe

Beef Fajitas Recipe

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds flank steak or skirt steak

3 bell peppers (preferably a mix of red, yellow, and green), thinly sliced

1 large onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 limes, juiced

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Flour tortillas, for serving

Optional garnishes: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheese

Marinade:

1/4 cup olive oil

1/3 cup soy sauce

2 limes, juiced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Marinate the Steak:

In a bowl, combine all marinade ingredients. Place the steak in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the steak is well-coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Prepare the Vegetables:

In a large skillet or on a griddle, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Add the bell peppers and onion, seasoning with salt, pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder.

Cook until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

1. Cook the Steak:

   Remove the steak from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the same skillet or on the griddle over high heat. Add the steak and cook for about 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness. Transfer to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.Slice the Steak:

   Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.Assemble the Fajitas:

   Return the sliced steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the juice of 2 limes and toss everything together on the heat to recombine flavors. 

2. Serve:

   Warm the flour tortillas in the oven or microwave.

3. Serve the fajita mixture hot with tortillas and optional garnishes like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheese.

Enjoy your homemade beef fajitas, which are perfect for a festive meal and can easily be customized to suit different tastes and preferences.

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