10. Flank Steak Fajitas
Flank Steak Fajitas
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 SERVINGS
Description
How about a skillet full of tender, seared to perfection strips of marinated steak? Of course they are incomplete without vibrant, colorful peppers, some lime, plenty of cilantro and a little avocado. You would be pleasantly surprised that this beautiful platter can happen in less than half an hour. Yes fajitas are, believe it or not, a “quick throw together” meal. And though it’s most commonly eaten with tortillas, this platter also has low carb and gluten free options. And most importantly, it’s addictively delicious.
Ingredients
For Homemade Fajita Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 Tbsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/4 to 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
For Steak Fajitas
- 1.5 lbs flank or skirt steak, cut into thin strips
- 1 onion, sliced into strips
- 1/2 each of colored bell peppers (red, yellow, orange, green), cut into strips
- 4–5 garlic, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix all fajita seasoning ingredients in a bowl.
- Marinate steak with 2-3 Tbsp of fajita seasoning, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and olive oil and refrigerate for 2-8 hours.
- When ready to cook, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in skillet and sauté onion and bell peppers along with 1 tsp of fajita seasoning. Cook for 5-6 minutes till they get soft yet retain the crunch. Remove to plate.
- Heat 2 tbsp oil or butter in the same skillet and stir in marinated steak strips.
- Keep on stirring on high flame to give it a quick sear. You can stir in 1 Tbsp of fajita seasoning for extra flavors. Cook for 2-3 minutes for medium rare.
- Arrange the fajitas along with peppers and optional toppings in skillet or platter and serve.
Notes
- Sometimes we add honey or orange juice in the marinade to add more flavors.
- Serving options: Tortillas, burritos, tostadas, Mexican rice, salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, cauliflower rice, low carb wraps
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 386
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 603mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 67g