Zesty Fiesta Fajitas
Juicy marinated and grilled flank steak slices served in warm tortillas with sautéed peppers, onions, and a tangy lime dressing. These flavorful fajitas are packed with vibrant ingredients, creating a memorable fiesta night.
ingredients
- 3 lbs flank steak
- 4 bell peppers (assorted colors), thinly sliced
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 40 small flour tortillas
- 4 limes, juiced
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 8 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 2.
Place the flank steak in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring both sides are well coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- 3.
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the flank steak for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare or until desired doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before thinly slicing it across the grain.
- 4.
In the same skillet or a separate one, sauté the sliced bell peppers and onions in a bit of olive oil until tender and slightly charred.
- 5.
Warm the tortillas either on the grill or stovetop, then keep them wrapped in a clean kitchen towel to retain heat.
- 6.
Assemble the fajitas by layering the sliced flank steak, sautéed peppers, and onions onto a warm tortilla. Drizzle some extra lime dressing over the filling and top with fresh cilantro.
- 7.
Roll up the tortilla tightly and enjoy the delectable flavors of these zesty fajitas!
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