spicy steak fajitas

Spicy steak fajitas are a delicious Tex-Mex dish that features marinated and grilled or sautéed steak slices, served with sautéed bell peppers and onions, and wrapped in warm tortillas. The addition of spices and seasonings gives these fajitas their signature bold and flavorful taste. Here’s a recipe for making spicy steak fajitas:

Ingredients:

For the Steak Marinade:

• 1 pound (450g) skirt steak or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Fajita Vegetables:

• 2 bell peppers (different colors), thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Serving:

• Flour tortillas
• Sliced jalapeños or hot sauce (optional)
• Sour cream
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Steak:
   • In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
   • Place the sliced steak in the marinade, making sure it’s coated evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or longer for more flavor.
2. Prepare the Fajita Vegetables:
   • In a separate bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
   • Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the mixture and toss to coat.
3. Cook the Steak and Vegetables:
   • Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add the marinated steak slices and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
4. In the same skillet or a separate one, add the marinated vegetables. Sauté them for about 5-6 minutes, or until they are slightly softened and caramelized at the edges.
5. Warm the Tortillas:
   • Heat the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave according to the package instructions.
6. Assemble the Fajitas:
   • Place some slices of the cooked steak and sautéed vegetables on a warm tortilla.
   • Drizzle with hot sauce or add sliced jalapeños if you want extra heat.
   • Top with sour cream and fresh chopped cilantro.
7. Serve:
   • Serve the spicy steak fajitas with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the fajitas before eating.
8. Enjoy:
   • Roll up the tortilla around the fillings, and enjoy the flavorful and spicy steak fajitas!

Feel free to customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper or adding more chili powder if you prefer. You can also add guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese to the fajitas for even more flavor.