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Fajitas

A flavorful Mexican dish featuring marinated meat, bell peppers, and onions, served with warm tortillas and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound flank steak or chicken breast sliced thin
  • 2 bell peppers sliced (red and green for color)
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, cilantro

Equipment

  • Large skillet or cast iron pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

  1. Start by slicing the meat, bell peppers, and onion into thin strips.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced meat with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and fajita seasoning.
  3. Heat your skillet over medium-high heat until it's hot.
  4. Add the marinated meat to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the meat is nearly done, toss in the sliced bell peppers and onion.
  6. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  7. While your meat and veggies are cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  8. Transfer the fajita mixture to a serving platter.
  9. Invite everyone to build their own fajitas with their favorite toppings!

Notes

Customize your fajitas with different proteins or toppings to suit your taste.