Lean Flank Steak And Three Color Pepper Fajitas

Name: Lean Flank Steak And Three Color Pepper Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cloves garlic minced; 1 jalepeno pepper small, minced; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 cup cilantro chopped; 2 limes large, juiced; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 bell peppers large, red, green, orange thinly sliced; 1 onion large, thinly sliced; 1 avocado large, mashed; 1 can black beans drained; 6 tablespoons light sour cream; 1 1/2 pounds flank steak; 6 whole wheat tortillas; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

6 cloves garlic minced
1 jalepeno pepper small, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup cilantro chopped
2 limes large, juiced
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 bell peppers large, red, green, orange thinly sliced
1 onion large, thinly sliced
1 avocado large, mashed
1 can black beans drained
6 tablespoons light sour cream
1 1/2 pounds flank steak
6 whole wheat tortillas
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1
Combine 4 cloves garlic, jalapeno, cumin, 1/2 cup cilantro, 1 1/2 limes juiced, vinegar, sugar and 1/2 cup olive oil. Marinade steak a minimum of 1 hour, up to overnight.
2
Heat 1 tbs oil in large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add onions, peppers, 2 cloves garlic. Cook gently approximately 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are soft and starting to caramelize. Add 1/2 lime juiced, remaining cilantro, black beans, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste.
3
Grill steak to desired doneness, let rest for 5 minutes, then thinly slice.
4
Smash avocado in small bowl with a little salt and a squeeze of lime juice.
5
Warm tortillas in microwave and top with steak, peppers, avocado and sour cream.

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cloves garlic minced, 1 jalepeno pepper small, minced, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 cup cilantro chopped, and more.

Yes, Lean Flank Steak And Three Color Pepper 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!