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Steak Fajita Pasta

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 650
A delicious and hearty pasta dish combining the flavors of steak fajitas with creamy pasta. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 2-lb flank steak
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 3 cups penne pasta (uncooked)
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • Fajita Spice Mixture (recipe below)
  • Olive oil
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions 

  • Score flank steak and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Combine Fajita Spice Mixture, reserve 2 teaspoons, and rub on steak.
  • Sear steak in a hot skillet for 4 minutes per side.
  • Remove steak, cover with foil, and turn off heat.
  • Boil pasta water.
  • Sauté peppers and onions, add garlic and reserved spices.
  • Cook pasta al dente, reserving 1 cup pasta water. Drain pasta.
  • Add pasta water, heavy cream, and pasta to skillet. Cook until sauce thickens.
  • Slice steak, stir into pasta, garnish with cilantro, and serve.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the Fajita Spice Mixture.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $20
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Mexican
Keyword: pasta, Steak