Spicy Steak Fajitas

Here’s a comprehensive guide to making Spicy Steak Fajitas, including ingredients, construction, variations, and tips:


Ingredients:

For the Marinade:

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Fajitas:

  • 1 lb (450 g) flank steak or skirt steak
  • 3 bell peppers (mix of red, yellow, and green), thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Tortillas (flour or corn)
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, salsa, chopped cilantro

Construction:

  1. Marinate the Steak:
    • In a bowl or resealable bag, combine all marinade ingredients.
    • Add the steak, ensuring it’s fully coated. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-4 hours (or overnight for maximum flavor).
  2. Cook the Steak:
    • Heat a large skillet or grill pan over high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil.
    • Remove the steak from the marinade and cook for 3-4 minutes per side (medium-rare) or adjust to your preferred doneness.
    • Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  3. Sauté Vegetables:
    • In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.
    • Add the sliced onions and bell peppers, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
    • Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.
  4. Assemble the Fajitas:
    • Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
    • Fill each tortilla with sliced steak, sautéed veggies, and desired toppings.
  5. Serve Immediately:
    • Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Variations:

  1. Protein Alternatives:
    • Swap steak for chicken, shrimp, pork, or tofu.
  2. Vegetarian Fajitas:
    • Use portobello mushrooms, zucchini, and additional veggies as the main filling.
  3. Low-Carb Option:
    • Serve over lettuce wraps or cauliflower rice instead of tortillas.
  4. Spicier Fajitas:
    • Add fresh jalapeños, serrano peppers, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
  5. Smoky Twist:
    • Add a touch of liquid smoke or use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for an extra smoky flavor.

Tips:

  • Meat Prep: Slice steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
  • Timing: Prep and slice all veggies while the steak marinates to save time.
  • Cooking Heat: Use high heat to achieve a good sear on the steak and charred edges on the veggies.
  • Tortilla Warming: Wrap tortillas in foil and warm them in the oven for a crowd or toast them individually on a stovetop flame for extra flavor.
  • Storage: Store leftover steak and veggies separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best texture.

Enjoy your spicy, sizzling fajitas!

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