Grilled Beef Fajitas Recipe

Name: Grilled Beef Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lbs shoulder london broil beef, 3/4-inch thick (or Western griller); 4 teaspoons salt; 2 ½ teaspoons fresh ground black pepper; 1 ½ cups lime juice; 3 tablespoons garlic, minced; ¾ cup yellow onion, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 red bell peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips; 2 green bell peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips; 2 yellow bell peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips; 12 red onion, sliced; 16 corn tortillas or 16 flour tortillas, 6 inches in diameter; cheese, for topping (optional); sour cream, for topping (optional); guacamole, for topping (optional); salsa, for topping (optional)

Servings: persons

5 lbs shoulder london broil beef, 3/4-inch thick (or Western griller)
4 teaspoons salt
2 ½ teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
1 ½ cups lime juice
3 tablespoons garlic, minced
¾ cup yellow onion, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 red bell peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips
2 green bell peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips
2 yellow bell peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips
12 red onion, sliced
16 corn tortillas or 16 flour tortillas, 6 inches in diameter
cheese, for topping (optional)
sour cream, for topping (optional)
guacamole, for topping (optional)
salsa, for topping (optional)

1
Trim the meat to remove any visible fat.
2
In medium bowl, combine the salt, pepper, lime juice, garlic and minced onion.
3
Transfer to a baking dish.
4
Add the beef, cover and refrigerate.
5
Marinate for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours.
6
When ready to cook, preheat a gas grill to high.
7
If you are using a charcoal grill, build a fire and let it burn down until the coals are glowing red with a light coating of white ash.
8
Spread the coals evenly.
9
Clean the cooking grate.
10
Grill the steaks for 7-8 minutes per side for medium doneness.
11
Remove the steaks from the grill and allow them to cool about 5 minutes.
12
Cut the steaks into 1/4-inch thick strips, being sure to cut across the grain, and on a slight bias.
13
Set aside.
14
In large saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
15
Saute the peppers and onions for 5-7 minutes, or until they just begin to soften.
16
Add the steak and cook until just heated through, about another 2-3 minutes.
17
Meanwhile, grill or toast the tortillas until softened and warm, about 20 seconds per side.
18
Serve the steak mixture with the tortillas and a variety of toppings such as cheese, sour cream, guacamole or salsa.

3169

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

358

Carbs

194

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 5 lbs shoulder london broil beef, 3/4-inch thick (or Western griller), 4 teaspoons salt, 2 ½ teaspoons fresh ground black pepper, 1 ½ cups lime juice, and more.

Yes, Grilled Beef Fajitas falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Grilled Beef Fajitas

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