Seared Steak Pepper Onion Fajitas from Fine Cooking
Sizzle up your mealtime with these Seared Steak Pepper Onion Fajitas, a vibrant Tex-Mex favorite from Fine Cooking that’s bursting with bold flavors. Featuring tender, marinated flank steak seared to perfection and paired with sweet bell peppers and caramelized onions, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. The marinade, a zesty blend of lime juice, garlic, chili powder, and cumin, infuses every bite with mouthwatering depth. Served on warm flour tortillas and customizable with toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and shredded cheese, these fajitas are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with smoky, savory, and fresh flavors, this crowd-pleaser is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Flank steak
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 3 Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 1 Large onion, sliced
- 8 Flour tortillas
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional)
- 0.5 cup Guacamole (optional)
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Place the flank steak in a large zip-top plastic bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the steak is evenly coated, then seal the bag or cover the dish. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, remove the steak from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and place it in the pan.
Sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, or adjust cooking time for desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable. This takes about 10-15 seconds per tortilla in a microwave.
To assemble, place a portion of the sliced steak and sautéed vegetables in the center of each tortilla. Top with sour cream, guacamole, cilantro, or shredded cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful steak fajitas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3331 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.6 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.8 g | 399% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 593 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 6789 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.1 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 195.7 g | 391% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1568 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 3103 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
