Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexico with our curated selection of spicy steak fajita recipes. Embark on a culinary journey to create sizzling, succulent steak fajitas that capture the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine. These recipes will guide you through the art of marinating, grilling, and assembling mouthwatering fajitas, ensuring a fiesta of flavors with every bite. Whether you prefer traditional or contemporary twists, our diverse collection of recipes offers a symphony of spices and ingredients to satisfy your taste buds. Get ready to transport yourself to the heart of Mexico with these exceptional spicy steak fajita recipes.
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MEXICAN STEAK FAJITAS
In my Mexican steak fajitas recipe, tender strips of sirloin pick up plenty of spicy flavor from a marinade seasoned with cayenne pepper and cumin. This colorful dish is speedy and satisfying. -Shirley Hilger, Lincoln, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the orange juice, vinegar, garlic and seasonings; add the beef. Turn to coat; set aside. In a skillet, saute onion and peppers in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender; remove and set aside., Drain and discard marinade. In the same skillet, cook beef in remaining 1 tablespoon oil until it reaches desired doneness, 2-4 minutes. Return vegetables to pan; heat through. Spoon meat and vegetables onto tortillas. If desired, top with cheese and serve with picante sauce and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
SPICY STEAK FAJITAS - MEXICO
This recipe is sumitted for play in ZWT- 8 for Mexico, courtesy of Mission Foods . Yummm, I love fajitas. This one sounds easy to make and delicious. Best of all its quick to make.
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Meat
Time 14m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine lime juice and flank steak.
- Heat olive oil in nonstick skillet; saute steak 1 minute.
- Add green and red bell peppers, onion, red pepper flakes, chili powder and salt; saute for 3 minutes.
- 3. Spoon into warm flour tortilla.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream and avocado.
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
SIZZLING STEAK FAJITAS
Tex-Mex perfection for everyone! Fajitas are fun for everyone. Enjoy this Tex-Mex recipe at home--throw a fajita party where your friends and family build their own fajitas and make memories that last. Our fajitas recipe relies on GOYA® Mojo Criollo as a flavorful marinade that delivers juicy, tender meat, and GOYA® Flour Tortillas for a pocket everyone can pick up.
Provided by Goya
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Goya®
Time 2h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In medium container with lid, or in large ziptop bag, combine steak slices, Mojo and 1 tsp. Adobo; transfer to refrigerator. Marinate at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours. Drain steak, discarding marinade. Bring meat to room temperature.
- Heat 1 tbsp. oil in large skillet over high heat. Add onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Add peppers to pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, about 3 minutes more. Season vegetables with sazonador total and adobo; transfer to large serving platter. Cover vegetables with foil to keep warm.
- Heat remaining oil in skillet over high heat. Add beef; cook, in batches, until brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer meat to serving platter.
- To serve, spoon meat and vegetables into center of warm tortillas. Add guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and salsita, if desired; wrap and enjoy.
STEAK FAJITAS
Make and share this Steak Fajitas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Meat
Time 18m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown steak in oil; drain.
- Add green pepper, onion, garlic, chili powder, oregano and pepper.
- Cook and stir for 5 minutes.
- Add salsa; cook for 3 more minutes.
- Spoon 3/4 cup down center of each tortilla.
- Roll over and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.9, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 81.6, Sodium 606.5, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 30.8
SIZZLING STEAK FAJITAS
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. In medium container with lid, or in large ziptop bag, combine steak slices, mojo and 1 tsp. adobo; transfer to refrigerator. Marinate at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours. Drain steak, discarding marinade. Bring meat to room temperature.
- 2. Heat 1 tbsp. oil in large skillet over high heat. Add onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Add peppers to pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, about 3 minutes more. Season vegetables with sazonador total and adobo; transfer to large serving platter. Cover vegetables with foil to keep warm.
- 3. Heat remaining oil in skillet over high heat. Add beef; cook, in batches, until brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer meat to serving platter.
- 4. To serve, spoon meat and vegetables into center of warm tortillas. Add guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and salsita, if desired; wrap and enjoy.
SEARED-STEAK FAJITAS
For a fast, low-calorie dinner, try this Tex-Mex classic. It uses top round steak, which is a very lean cut of beef, plus it packs plenty of fresh flavor. Other lean cuts of beef, like eye of round or top sirloin, will also work in this recipe.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a shallow dish or bowl, combine steak, soy sauce, and 1/4 cup lime juice. Refrigerate 1 hour, turning steak occasionally. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon lime juice. Set garlic oil aside.
- Remove steak from marinade and blot dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. In a cast-iron or heavy skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high. Cook steak until medium-rare, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and loosely tent with foil.
- Add peppers and onion; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until vegetables are crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in reserved garlic oil. Thinly slice steak and serve with vegetables, tortillas, cheese, tomato, and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 28 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use flank steak or skirt steak.
- Slice the steak against the grain for more tender fajitas.
- Marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
- Cook the steak over high heat until it is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Serve the fajitas with warm tortillas, your favorite toppings, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Conclusion:
Spicy steak fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give spicy steak fajitas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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