Steak Fajitas

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Steak Fajitas
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 13, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound steak, sliced into thin strips
  • 8-10 small flour tortillas
  • Toppings of your choice (sour cream, guacamole, etc.)

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the bell peppers, onion, jalapeno pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the steak strips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a skillet over low heat, about 1 minute per side.
  5. Divide the steak and vegetables among the tortillas and top with your favorite toppings.
  6. Serve the steak fajitas warm.

Interesting Facts

  • Steak fajitas are believed to have originated in the Texas-Mexico border areas in the late 1960s.
  • The word "fajita" is derived from the Spanish word "fajita," which means "little belt" or "little strip."
  • The traditional accompaniment to steak fajitas is pico de gallo, a type of salsa made from chopped tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.