Beer-Braised Papaya and Pepper Fajitas Recipe

Name: Beer-Braised Papaya and Pepper Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil; 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes; 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips (about 1 1/4 cups); 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp.); 1/2 medium ripe papaya, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 2 cups); 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 3/4 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning; 1/2 cup nonalcoholic beer; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 6 whole-wheat tortillas

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. olive oil
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips (about 1 1/4 cups)
2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp.)
1/2 medium ripe papaya, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 2 cups)
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
3/4 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 cup nonalcoholic beer
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
6 whole-wheat tortillas

1
Heat olive oil and red pepper flakes in nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion, bell pepper, garlic and papaya, and cook 7 minutes, or until papaya and vegetables are soft, stirring frequently.
3
Stir in salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder and Old Bay Seasoning.
4
Cook over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
5
Add beer.
6
Cook 5 minutes, or until liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally.
7
Remove from heat, and fold in cilantro.
8
Heat tortillas in a dry skillet, 15 to 20 seconds per side.
9
Divide filling among warmed tortillas, fold, and serve hot.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. olive oil, 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes, 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups), 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups), and more.

Yes, Beer-Braised Papaya and Pepper Fajitas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beer-Braised Papaya and Pepper Fajitas

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