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Beef Fajitas

Beef fajitas are the ultimate crowd-pleaser that brings your taste buds to life in every vibrant bite. This simple yet flavorful recipe features marinated beef and colorful peppers served in warm tortillas.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Beef

  • 1.5 lbs skirt steak or eye of round

Vegetables

  • 0.5 large red bell pepper, cut into thin pieces
  • 0.5 large yellow bell pepper, cut into thin pieces
  • 1 large green bell pepper, cut into thin pieces
  • 1 large yellow onion, cut into thin pieces

Other Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Flour tortillas

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Meat. Start by selecting your beef cut. Slice the meat against the grain into thin strips.
  • Step 2: Marinate the Beef. Combine the beef strips with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any other spices you prefer. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and sauté the onions and bell peppers for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Step 4: Cook the Beef. In the same skillet, add the marinated beef strips and cook for about 4-5 minutes until browned.
  • Step 5: Combine Ingredients. Return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet with the beef and mix everything together.
  • Step 6: Warm the Tortillas. Warm your flour tortillas in another pan or microwave.
  • Step 7: Serve and Enjoy! Serve the beef fajitas hot and allow everyone to assemble their tacos with toppings.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Notes

Let the beef marinate longer for enhanced flavor. Use a cast-iron skillet for better heat retention.