Skirt Steak Fajitas Recipe

Name: Skirt Steak Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic; 2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon cayenne; 1 12 lbs skirt steaks; 8 large flour tortillas

Servings: persons

1
In a bowl large enough to hold the steak, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, herbs and spices.
2
Place the steak in the marinade, coating it thoroughly on all sides.
3
Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.
4
Prepare a very hot fire for you r grill.
5
Place meat on hot fire and cook quickly until the meat is charred crusty brown on the outside and is medium rare inside.
6
Remove to cutting board and let the steak rest for 5 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, warm the tortillas quickly on the grill.
8
When ready to serve, cut meat on the diagonal into slices, reserving juices.
9
Divide the steak among the 8 tortillas, drizzle with reserved meat juice, fold tortillas and serve immediately.
10
You can add grilled peppers or chilies, grilled onion slices, salsa, sour cream and/or guacamole, but they are good with just the tortillas!

959

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons olive oil, 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Skirt Steak 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!

Skirt Steak Fajitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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