Stir-fried beef fajitas are a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Made with tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a zesty sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. With its vibrant flavors and simple preparation, stir-fried beef fajitas are a great option for a quick and easy meal that is both delicious and nutritious.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FAJITA STIR FRY
This is an easy, quick dinner. We love fajitas and stir-fry. I found this recipe on razzle dazzle recipes.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut beef into 1" strips 1/8" thick.
- Place skillet on high heat. When hot, add 1 T oil and stir fry meat until browned(1 1/2 to 2 minutes).
- Transfer meat to bowl.
- Add 1 T oil to skillet and add garlic, onion, and green pepper.
- Stir fry until onion is soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir together cumin, lime juice and cornstarch, then add to skillet.
- Return meat to pan and stir fry until mixture is hot and bubbles.
- Transfer to bowl.
- Serve in tortillas with garnishments.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.1, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 5.4, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 1.1
BEEF FAJITA STIR-FRY
Make and share this Beef Fajita Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 21m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over high heat. Quickly sear sirloin steak until rare, 1 - 2 minutes; remove from skillet.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in the pan. Add red bell pepper strips, onion, and garlic; stir-fry until just soft, about 3 minutes. Season with oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Return the meat to the pan along with broken tortilla chips and crumbled queso fresco. Toss until the chips are well coated. Serve with salsa, fresh cilantro, sour cream, and guacamole.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.1, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 390.7, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 26.6
STIR FRIED BEEF FAJITAS
These are delicious. Make sure the skillet or wok is extremely hot before adding the meat, Can substitute 1 pound skinless and boneless chicken or 1 pound pork loin, sliced for flank steak.
Provided by carolinafan
Categories Meat
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine 2 tablespoons oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow dish or zip-top freezer bag; add steak. Cover or seal and let stand 30 minutes.
- Remove steak from marinade; discarding marinade.
- Pat beef dry with paper towels.
- Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat; add beef, and stir fry 3 minutes.
- Remove beef from skillet with a slotted spoon. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, and onion; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir fry 6 minutes or until tender.
- Wrap tortillas in plastic wrap. Microwave on high 20 seconds.
- Spoon beef and vegetable mixtures evenly over tortillas; add desired toppings, and roll up. Serve immediately.
BEEF FAJITA STIR FRY (MARK BITTMAN)
This is one of those recipes for which Mark doesn't give specific amounts. You just "intuit" it. I haven't tried this but am posting it here for safekeeping. Cooking and prep times are estimates (very wild guesses, actually).
Provided by coconutty
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Saute about a pound of sliced sirloin steak in some olive oil over high heat til seared but still rare.
- Remove meat; add more oil if necessary; add sliced red bell pepper, chopped onion, and garlic and stir fry til just soft.
- Season w dried oregano, chili powder, salt and pepper, and return the meat to the pan along w a couple handfuls of good tortilla chips and some crumbled queso fresco. Toss til chips are well coated and serve w salsa drizzled on top.
- Garnishes: fresh cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, chopped tomato, black olives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.5, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 111.1, Sodium 79.3, Protein 31.9
TENDER STEAK FAJITAS
"The beef comes out tender, juicy and flavorful in the slow cooker to create these tempting fajitas," notes Twila Burkholder, Middleburg, Pennsylvania. "I like to serve them with a side of Spanish rice."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Thinly slice steak across the grain into strips; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the onion, tomato juice, jalapeno, garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder and salt. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours. , Add green and red peppers. Cover and cook 1 hour longer or until meat and vegetables are tender., Using a slotted spoon, spoon meat mixture down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese if desired. Fold sides of tortilla over filling. Serve with sour cream and guacamole if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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
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
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.
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
FAJITA VEGETABLE STIR-FRY
Whether you serve this as a side or vegetarian main dish, our recipe for Fajita Vegetable Stir-Fry is easy, delicious and soon to be a family favorite. These veggies are ready in just 20 minutes and so versatile, they can be used in tacos, fajitas or burritos. To make this dish a bit heartier, add chicken, shrimp, or tofu and serve over rice.
Provided by Country Crock®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Country Crock®
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt Country Crock® Spread in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook red peppers and onion until tender and golden, about 8 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin and chili powder and cook, stirring frequently, 2 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 5.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH BEEF FAJITAS
I love a good fajita but have never been satisfied with most restaurants I've gone to. I've come up with a basic recipe you can build from that is awesome in itself. Give it a try! The meat is key in a good fajita. It must melt in your mouth along with all the other fixins you put into the tortilla. Serve fajitas in warm tortillas topped with fresh guacamole, garden salsa, and fresh cilantro.
Provided by Chef Jeff
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 10h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Flatten flank steak slightly with a meat mallet. Rub shichimi togarashi into both sides of steak, wrap the steak in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Combine orange juice, soy sauce, lime juice, orange zest, and lime zest together in a resealable plastic bag. Remove flank steak from plastic wrap and place the steak in the resealable plastic bag, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove steak from marinade and pour marinade into a small bowl.
- Cook steak on the preheated grill, basting with the marinade every 5 minutes, until it starts to firm and is seared on the outside and reddish-pink and juicy in the center, 8 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 135 degrees F (57 degrees C).
- Cut steak in half lengthwise and cut across the grain into thin slices.
- Whisk cornstarch, chili powder, salt, paprika, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground cumin together in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion and red bell pepper in hot oil until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Add sliced steak, chili powder mixture, and water to the skillet. Cook until sauce thickens and meat is glossy, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 30.6 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1070.5 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
EASY SHEET-PAN BEEF FAJITAS
These oven-baked beef fajitas are a quick and easy spin on the classic version. The sliced beef, onions and peppers are seasoned and roasted together on a sheet pan, making this a great weeknight dinner with little cleanup.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 18x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray. Add onion and bell pepper to sheet pan. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and 2 tablespoons of the taco seasoning mix; stir to coat, spreading mixture evenly in pan. Bake 15 minutes; stir.
- Meanwhile, cut steak into 1/4-inch strips; place in small bowl. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon oil and remaining seasoning mix until combined and coated. Place on pan with vegetables. Bake 7 to 9 minutes longer or until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
- Heat tortillas as directed on package. Using tongs, transfer steak mixture to serving platter or, if serving on sheet pan, carefully drain excess liquid from pan before serving.
- Spoon steak and veggies onto each tortilla. Serve with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
STIR-FRIED CHICKEN FAJITAS
I developed this recipe one evening when I was hungry for fajitas but didn't want to light the charcoal grill! That makes the preparation a little different from traditional chicken fajitas...but our family likes these better.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In heavy plastic bag, combine chicken strips and dressing; refrigerate several hours or overnight, turning bag occasionally. Drain. , Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat; stir-fry chicken strips and onions for 2 minutes. Add pepper strips and mushrooms; cook and stir until chicken is done and peppers are tender-crisp. Season with garlic salt, lemon juice and salt and pepper as desired. Serve in warm tortillas. Top with picante sauce and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 14g fat, Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 694mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate, Fiber 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WASABI BEEF FAJITAS
Beef fajitas get an Eastern spin with gingerroot, sesame oil and wasabi, a type of Japanese horseradish. You can find it in the Asian section at your supermarket. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, soy sauce, wasabi, ginger and garlic until blended. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add beef; stir-fry 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan., Stir-fry green onions and red pepper in remaining oil 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Return beef to pan; heat through. Serve with tortillas and coleslaw mix.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 507mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SHEET PAN BEEF FAJITAS
Treat your family to fajita night with this simple sheet pan beef fajita recipe. A deliciously seasoned flank steak cooks in the oven alongside onions and bell peppers, and is ready in no time to be served on warm tortillas with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, sour cream, and pico de gallo.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with foil.
- Combine bell peppers, onion, 2 teaspoons oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cumin on the prepared pan; toss to coat. Spread veggie mixture around the sides of the pan creating a space in the center.
- Place flank steak in center of pan and brush with remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Sprinkle steak with remaining salt, chili powder, pepper, and cumin and rub to evenly coat.
- Bake in the preheated oven until veggies are tender and browned around the edges and steak is beginning to firm and is hot and slightly pink in the center, 12 to 14 minutes, or to desired degree of doneness. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the steak should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium.
- Transfer steak to a cutting board and rest, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Thinly slice steak and return to the sheet pan. Add lime wedges and serve with tortillas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 26.9 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 819.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
Tips:
- To ensure the beef strips are tender, use a meat mallet to pound them thinly before slicing against the grain.
- For a flavorful marinade, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Let the beef marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- When stir-frying the beef, use a high-heat setting and cook the beef in small batches to prevent overcrowding the pan.
- For a colorful and flavorful fajita filling, include a variety of bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.
- To ensure the vegetables remain crisp, stir-fry them quickly over high heat.
- Serve the fajitas immediately with warm tortillas, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheese.
Conclusion:
Stir-fried beef fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The tender beef, flavorful marinade, and colorful vegetables make this dish a hit with everyone. Whether you serve them with warm tortillas, rice, or salad, stir-fried beef fajitas are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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