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Steak Fajitas Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450
Enjoy flavorful steak fajitas with tender steak, colorful bell peppers, and onions, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Steak Fajitas

  • 1.5 lbs flank steak or skirt steak
  • 3 bell peppers (mixed colors, thinly sliced)
  • 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 8 small flour tortillas (warmed)

Marinade

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp oregano
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Optional toppings

  • Sour cream
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Guacamole
  • Shredded cheese
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions 

  • Marinate steak: Whisk marinade ingredients, add steak, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
  • Cook steak: Heat skillet/grill pan over medium-high. Remove steak, pat dry. Cook 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Rest 5 minutes.
  • Cook veggies: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in skillet. Add bell peppers and onions, season, and sauté until tender and charred (6–7 minutes).
  • Slice steak: Thinly slice steak against the grain into strips.
  • Assemble: Add steak and veggies to warm tortillas. Serve with toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, grill the tortillas lightly before adding the filling.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $20
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Steak