In the realm of culinary adventures, beef fajita pitas stand as a beacon of delectable flavors and culinary joy. These succulent wraps bring together the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine, combining tender beef, a symphony of sautéed vegetables, and a medley of tantalizing spices, all harmoniously enveloped in soft and fluffy pitas. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind creating the perfect beef fajita pitas, a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!
FAST FAJITA PITA
"These are perfect for busy days," notes Cathy Bell of Joplin, Missouri.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small skillet, saute the onion, red pepper and fajita seasoning in oil until vegetables are just tender. Add roast beef; saute 5-6 minutes longer or until beef is heated through. , Place a piece of cheese and a lettuce leaf in each pita half; fill with beef mixture and tomato. Serve with salsa and ranch dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 870mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
BEEF FAJITAS
This yummy steak filling is sure to tingle your taste buds. It's easy to make ahead and when ready, it cooks quickly for a filling meal. Optional: serve with shredded lettuce or any condiments of your choice.
Provided by CookingQueen
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 4h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a bowl, and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add steak strips, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours to overnight.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir beef in hot skillet until all liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Serve cooked beef with tortillas, salsa and Mexican cheese blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 698.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 120.6 mg, Fat 42.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 49.8 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 1450.5 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
BEEF FAJITA PITAS
Betty Crocker's Diabetes Cookbook shares a recipe! Squeeze in a healthful lunch with a simple recipe that's a 10-minute snap to prep.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spoon salsa into pita bread halves.
- Fill pita breads with beef, bell pepper and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1280 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
SKIRT STEAK FAJITA PITA WITH CHIMICHURRI
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield s: 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- For the marinade: Whisk the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, cumin, cayenne, garlic and some salt and pepper in a bowl. Place the steak in a large freezer bag or a baking dish and pour the marinade over it. Marinate the steak at least 30 minutes and up to 3 hours in the refrigerator.
- For the chimichurri: Whisk together the oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, garlic, jalapeno and red onions. Add the herbs and toss to combine. Set aside until ready to build the sandwich.
- Heat a grill pan to high heat.
- Remove the meat from the marinade, let any excess drip from the meat so it is not overly wet. Grill the meat for 4 to 6 minutes each side for medium-rare. Transfer the meat to a cutting board, tent with foil and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
- While the meat rests, toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the oil and salt and pepper. Place onto the grill and cook until the vegetables are nice and charred, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Cut the pita pockets in half.
- Slice the rested skirt steak into thin strips against the grain.
- To build the pocket: Lay a piece of Havarti cheese in the pita, add slices of skirt steak, some peppers and onions and pour in some chimichurri.
GREEK BEEF PITAS
A local fast-food pita restaurant inspired me to make my own Greek-style sandwiches at home. Add olives if you like. -Nancy Sousley, Lafayette, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in oregano and 1/2 teaspoon salt., In a small bowl, mix yogurt, tomato, cucumber, dill and remaining salt. Spoon 3/4 cup beef mixture over each pita bread; top with 3 tablespoons yogurt sauce. If desired, top with additional tomatoes and cucumbers. Serve with remaining yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 851mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.
FAJITA PITAS
I was late coming home one evening and forgot to pick up tortillas for the fajitas we planned for dinner. So we used pita bread that I had in the freezer instead. The warm chicken-filled pockets, garnished with a homemade sauce and other tasty toppings, are often requested when we're hungry for something in a hurry. -Diana Jones, Springtown, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. For salsa, combine first 4 ingredients; stir in 1 tablespoon oil., Brush pepper halves and onion slices with remaining oil. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place vegetables and chicken on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until vegetables are tender and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 4-6 minutes per side., Cut vegetables and chicken into strips; toss with cheese. Spoon into pita halves; place on a baking sheet. Bake until cheese is melted, 5-7 minutes. Serve with salsa and, if desired, guacamole and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FANTASTIC BEEF FAJITAS
The first time I made these, my family couldn't get enough, so the next time I made a double batch. This is a favorite for me because it comes together so fast. It would be great for entertaining, too. -Marla Brenneman, Goshen, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large resealable bag, combine marinade ingredients; add beef. Seal and refrigerate for 3-6 hours or overnight, turning several times. , Discard marinade. In a skillet, saute onion and pepper in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender; remove from pan. Pat steak strips dry with paper towels. Add remaining oil and saute meat until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Return vegetables to pan and heat through. , To assemble, place a spoonful of meat and vegetable mixture on a warmed tortilla and top with avocado, salsa and sour cream. Roll tortilla around filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 731 calories, Fat 38g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
SKINNY GRILLED FAJITA PITAS
77% less sat fat • 64% less cholesterol than the original recipe. A Tex-Mex filling meets Greek bread in this veggie-packed dinner sandwich.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Score both sides of steak in a diamond pattern by making shallow diagonal cuts at 1-inch intervals. Place steak in a resealable plastic bag set in a shallow dish.
- In a screw-top jar, combine salad dressing, lime peel, lime juice, and cilantro. Cover and shake well. Pour half of the salad dressing mixture into a small bowl and add onion; cover and chill until serving time. Pour the remaining salad dressing mixture in jar over steak in bag. Seal bag; turn to coat steak. Marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours, turning bag occasionally.
- Drain steak, discarding marinade. Sprinkle steak with salt and black pepper. For a charcoal grill, place steak on the rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals. Grill for 17 to 21 minutes for medium doneness (160°F), turning once. (For a gas grill, preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium. Place steak on grill rack. Cover and grill as above.) (To broil, place steak on the unheated rack of a broiler pan. Broil 3 to 4 inches from the heat for 15 to 18 minutes for medium doneness [160°F], turning once.)
- To serve, thinly slice steak across the grain. In a large bowl, toss together steak, salad greens, red pepper, avocado, and reserved dressing mixture. Fill each pita half with steak mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 filled pita half, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
BEEF FAJITA MARINADE
This tasty marinade, featuring lime, tequila, and cumin is the perfect way to create a memorable meal!
Provided by Olivia
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together lime juice, tequila, garlic, cilantro, oregano, cumin, and pepper in a bowl.
- To use the marinade, pour into a resealable bag, and add 1 to 1 1/2 pounds of flank steak. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Marinate in the refrigerator 8 to 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
PITA BEEF POCKETS
Try a Betty Crocker pita sandwich recipe.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spread mustard on inside of pita pocket halves.
- Fill pockets with beef, tomato, cheese and spinach.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g
BEEF OR CHICKEN FAJITAS
This recipe came from our church cookbook. I like this recipe because I can use either chicken or beef. I have tried both and I like the chicken the best. You can leave out the crushed red pepper which is what I do if you don't like your food spicy.
Provided by Haileysgrndma
Categories Mexican
Time 2h21m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine the first 7 ingredients to make marinade.
- Slice Chicken or beef into strips.
- Add to marinade and marinate for 2 hours.
- Quickly saute onions and peppers in oil until lightly browned.
- Remove from pan.
- Saute marinated meat about 4 minutes.
- Toss with vegetables.
- Spoon into flour tortillas.
- Serve with avocado slices and sour cream.
BEEF FAJITAS
Steps:
- In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, tequila, garlic, cilantro, 1 tablespoon of the oil, the Worcestershire sauce, oregano, pepper flakes, cumin and coriander. Pour into a large zip-lock bag, add the steak, and seal. Place in a baking dish and refrigerate for at least 12 and up to 24 hours, turning occasionally.
- Remove the meat from the bag and pat dry. Season on both sides with 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper.
- Preheat the grill to high, and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Wrap the tortillas in foil and place in the oven for 15 minutes to warm and soften. Remove from the oven and keep warm in the aluminum foil.
- Cook the steak over the grill to preferred temperature, 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Remove from the heat and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add the peppers and onions, and cook, stirring, until soft and slightly caramelized, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the garlic, remaining teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant and soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Thinly slice the steak against the grain. Divide among the warmed tortillas and top with the vegetables. Squeeze with lime juice and serve immediately with cold beer or tequila shots.
PITA FAJITAS
Meredyth Crofton of Oak Grove, Oregon sends this fajita recipe which utilizes pantry ingredients, barbecue sauce and salsa, to create a unique tasting pita.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and peppers in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Add the salsa, barbecue sauce and cumin. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Spoon about 1/2 cup into each pita half. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Look for tender beef, ripe vegetables, and zesty seasonings.
- Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef helps to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. Use a combination of acidic ingredients (such as lime juice or vinegar) and flavorful spices.
- Cook the beef properly: Cook the beef over high heat until it is just cooked through. This will help to keep it tender and juicy.
- Sauté the vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables helps to bring out their natural sweetness and flavor. Use a variety of vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and zucchini.
- Assemble the pitas: Fill the pitas with the cooked beef, sautéed vegetables, and your favorite toppings. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Beef fajita pitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of prep work, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give beef fajita pitas a try!
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