Authentic Steak Fajitas
The BEST authentic steak fajitas that offer all the flavors and textures of your favorite Tex-Mex dishes.
Equipment
- 1 cast iron skillet
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds skirt steak or flank steak
- 4 large bell peppers, red, yellow, and orange
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayene
- 1 teaspoon meat tenderizer
Instructions
- Slice meat against the grain 1/2 inch slices.
- Toss the sliced steak in a ziplock with all of the seasonings. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Slice the onion and bell peppers and keep in a bowl until you're ready to cook your fajitas.
- 30 minutes prior to eating, preheat your cast iron skillet to medium-high heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to your pan and sear your meat. Try to let it fully cook on one side (2-3 minutes) before flipping so you get nice flavor.
- Remove your meat to a dish and sauté your veggies in the juices. Add another tablespoon of oil, if needed.
- Cook your onions and peppers (sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste) until they are tender, but not mushy.
- Add in the meat to get the fajita fillings married and to warm the meat.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with:
- limes
- guacamole
- shredded cheese
- fresh tomatoes
- shredded lettuce
- pico de gallo