Succulent, sizzling beef fajitas enveloped in a vibrant cilantro sauce offer a delightful culinary experience that tantalizes taste buds and transports you to a fiesta of flavors. This dish, rooted in Mexican cuisine, has gained immense popularity worldwide due to its versatility, ease of preparation, and explosion of zesty flavors. Whether you prefer the smoky aroma of grilled fajitas or the convenience of a skillet, this article presents a curated collection of the best beef fajita recipes adorned with a zesty cilantro sauce, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
BEEF FAJITAS WITH CILANTRO SAUCE
"I found this recipe in the newspaper and made some variations," says Rebecca Sodergren of Wichita Falls, Texas. "The jalapeno pepper gives just the slightest bit of zing to the otherwise cool, refreshing sauce."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a shallow dish, combine 3 tablespoons lime juice, 2 tablespoons oil, thyme and hot pepper sauce. Add the beef and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , For sauce, place the yogurt, cilantro, jalapeno and remaining lime juice in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate until serving. Brush green peppers and onions with remaining oil; set aside. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill beef, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. , Meanwhile, grill green peppers and onions, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 5 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. Cut into strips; spoon onto tortillas. Top with sliced beef. Serve with cilantro sauce. Garnish with lettuce, tomatoes and olives if desired. Fold in sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CITRUS-MARINATED BEEF FAJITAS
Steps:
- For the marinade: In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, oil, lime juice and zest, orange juice and zest, cilantro, Worcestershire, jalapeno, coriander, cumin, oregano and salt and pepper to taste.
- For the fajitas: Place the steak in a large resealable plastic bag and pour half of the marinade over. Seal the bag, pressing out as much air as possible, then massage to distribute the marinade. Lay the bag flat and refrigerate for 4 hours, flipping it occasionally.
- Place the mushrooms, onions and peppers in another resealable plastic bag and pour in the remaining marinade. Seal the bag, pressing out any excess air and massage to distribute the marinade. Refrigerate for 4 hours, flipping it occasionally.
- Twenty minutes before cooking, bring the steak to room temperature. Wipe it clean from the marinade and pat it dry. Heat a grill pan or griddle over medium-high heat and spray generously with cooking spray. Cook the steak, 3 to 4 minutes on each side for medium doneness. Transfer to a cutting board, cover loosely with aluminum foil and allow the meat to rest for 10 minutes. Slice the steak across the grain into thin slices and place on a serving platter.
- Meanwhile, drain the marinade from the vegetables. Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the vegetables and let them cook undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and have some browned spots, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove to a serving bowl and keep warm until ready to use.
- For serving: Serve the beef and vegetables along with all the accompaniments in separate dishes so that people can assemble their own fajitas.
- In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, watermelon, cilantro, cucumber, mango, papaya, red pepper, lime juice, chili powder, jalapeno, onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir to mix together and let sit for at least 10 minutes so the flavors blend. Serve with tortilla chips or tacos.
- In a bowl combine the avocados, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, Cotija, lime juice, chili powder and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix well while mashing up the avocados slightly. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
- In a small slow cooker, add the cheese cubes as well as both cans of the tomatoes with chilies, including the liquid from the cans. Set the slow cooker to low and let melt, stirring occasionally, until completely melted, about 30 minutes. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- Serve with tortilla chips, flour tortillas or as a topping for fajitas, nachos or tacos.
FAJITA MARINADE
A great fajita marinade for chicken or beef! This is intended to be enough to marinate 4 chicken breasts.
Provided by Kitkat
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk lime juice, olive oil, water, vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, chili powder, beef bouillon paste, cumin, oregano, pepper, and onion powder together in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 182.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
BEEF FAJITAS
We have this easy and delicious Mexican dish often served with beans and rice. The better cut of meat you use, the more tender it is.
Provided by Karen From Colorado
Categories Meat
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 Fajitas
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Partially freeze meat for easier slicing.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok.
- Add steak strips to the oil.
- Stir-fry until meat loses its pink color.
- Remove meat from pan.
- Add additional oil to the pan if needed.
- Cook onions and bell pepper until crisp tender.
- Return meat to pan.
- Add the water, chili powder, cumin, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook and stir until the water is gone.
- Stir in the tomatoes.
- Heat through.
- Place some of the meat in a warm tortilla leaving the bottom half free.
- Top with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
- Fold sides and bottom in leaving the top open.
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.
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
TROPICAL BEEF FAJITAS
Make and share this Tropical Beef Fajitas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine steak, chili powder, coriander and oregano.
- In another bowl, combine mango, tomato, 1/4 cup of the red onion, 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, cilantro and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt.
- Set the salsa aside.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick pan set over medium high heat.
- Add steak, remaining onion, remaining salt, green pepper, cayenne and worcestershire sauce and cook, stirring frequently, for 6 to 7 minutes, or until vegetables are softened and meat is cooked to desired degree of doneness.
- Remove from heat and stir in remaining lime juice.
- Heat the tortillas according to package directions.
- Working with one at a time, place a tortilla on the work surface and spoon 1/4 of the meat mixture in a strip down the center.
- Spoon 1/4 of the salsa over the meat, then roll up the tortilla by folding the bottom flap up over the filling and then rolling the sides in to form a tube shape with an opening at one end.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.7, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 733.7, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 4, Sugar 11.8, Protein 27.9
Tips:
- Choose your steak wisely: Look for a flank steak or skirt steak that is well-marinated and has a good amount of marbling. This will ensure that your fajitas are tender and flavorful.
- Slice your steak against the grain: This will help to tenderize the meat and make it easier to chew.
- Cook your steak over high heat: This will help to sear the outside of the steak and keep the inside juicy.
- Don't overcook your steak: Fajitas are best when they are cooked to medium-rare or medium. Overcooked steak will be tough and chewy.
- Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for your fajitas: This includes things like bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice. Fresh ingredients will give your fajitas the best flavor.
- Serve your fajitas with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings: This could include things like guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese.
Conclusion:
Beef fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make sure that your fajitas are tender, flavorful, and packed with fresh, healthy ingredients. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give beef fajitas a try!
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