Fajitas Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 orange, juiced; 2 limes, juiced; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 1/4 pounds skirt or flank steak, trimmed of fat; 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; Guacamole, recipe follows; Salsa Fresca, recipe follows; 12 flour tortillas, warm

Servings: persons

1 orange, juiced
2 limes, juiced
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 pounds skirt or flank steak, trimmed of fat
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
Guacamole, recipe follows
Salsa Fresca, recipe follows
12 flour tortillas, warm

1
In a small bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients.
2
Place steak in a shallow container, and pour marinade over it.
3
Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight to tenderize meat.
4
Drain the marinade from the meat.
5
Grill the steak in a ridged grill pan over medium-high heat for 4 minutes each side.
6
Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let stand.
7
In the same pan with the steak juices, add the bell peppers and onions.
8
Saute the mixture for 3 minutes until the vegetables are limp.
9
Thinly slice the steak against the grain on a diagonal.
10
Spread some guacamole on a tortilla, top with a few slices of steak, peppers and onions and salsa fresca.
11
Roll up the tortilla to enclose the filling.
12
May also serve with sour cream and shredded cheese.

2023

kcal

Calories

Fat

260

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 orange, juiced, 2 limes, juiced, 3 tablespoons canola oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Fajitas falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fajitas

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Variations & substitutions

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