Tex Mex steak fajitas with peppers and onions are a sizzling, flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive party. This classic Tex Mex dish combines tender, juicy steak, colorful bell peppers, and crisp onions, all grilled to perfection and served on warm tortillas with your favorite toppings. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of preparation, you can create an unforgettable meal that will satisfy your cravings for bold, Tex Mex flavors.
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STEAK FAJITAS WITH ONIONS AND PEPPERS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix the paprika, brown sugar, cumin, chili powder, ancho powder, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
- Put the steak in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon olive oil and the spice mixture; seal the bag and rub the spices into the meat. Refrigerate 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Meanwhile, heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Toss the bell peppers and red onions with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, the juice of the remaining 2 limes and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and charred around the edges, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Preheat a grill to medium high and brush the grates with olive oil. Grill the steak 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 to 10 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas as the label directs. Slice the steak against the grain and season with salt. Serve on the tortillas with the onions and peppers; top with cheese and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
TEX-MEX PORK FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS
Spiced pork chops are grilled and thinly sliced and served with charred peppers and onions in tortillas and toppings.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Mix together the paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the pork chops in a container with the oil and lime juice, then rub with the spice mixture. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours before cooking.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
- Lightly brush the grill grates with oil and grill the pork chops until marked and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board, let rest for 10 minutes and then thinly slice.
- Serve with the warm tortillas peppers and onions, guacamole, sliced pickled jalapenos, lime wedges, shredded pepper jack cheese, salsa, chopped scallions, sour cream.
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STEAK, ONION, AND PEPPER FAJITAS
These yummy fajitas have an unexpected flavor you'll be sure to love! Serve with tortillas and your favorite fajita toppings.
Provided by lv2ck
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 2h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the steak, tequila, and lime juice in a plastic bag; marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Discard the marinade.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
- Grill steak until no longer pink on the inside, about 8 minutes per side. Remove from grill and slice into 1/4-inch strips. Arrange strips on a serving plate.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, salt, and paprika to the oil and stir. When the mixture is hot, add the onions and peppers and cook until the peppers are tender. Pour the mixture over the steak strips and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 235.2 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
TEX-MEX CHICKEN FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS
An easy Tex-Mex flavored rub seasons chicken before grilling. Charred peppers and onions accompany the chicken in these delicious fajitas.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the Tex-Mex chili rub: Mix together the paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the chicken in a container with the olive oil and lime juice, then rub with the spice mixture. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking.
- For the peppers and onions: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the olive oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
- Grill the chicken breasts until marked and cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and thinly slice.
- Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.
TEX-MEX SHRIMP FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS
These Tex-Mex fajitas are filled with zesty grilled shrimp and charred peppers and onions.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the Tex-Mex chili rub: Mix together the paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the shrimp in a container with the olive oil and lime juice, then rub with the spice mixture. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking.
- For the peppers and onions: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the olive oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
- Grill the shrimp until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
- Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.
TEX-MEX CHICKEN FAJITAS
I discovered this recipe in Southern Living. Being the Beer Month, I thought I would post it. Preparation time includes time to marinate.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Chicken
Time 1h22m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Whisk together first 7 ingredients until well blended.
- Place onion and bell pepper in 1 zip-top bag; add 1/2 cup beer mixture.
- Seal, turning to coat.
- Chill 1 hour.
- Place chicken in remaining zip-top bag; add remaining beer mixture.
- Seal, turning to coat.
- Chill 1 hour, turning once.
- Drain chicken, discarding marinade.
- Grill chicken and onion, covered with grill lid, over high heat (400° to 500°) 5 to 6 minutes on each side.
- Grill bell pepper 5 minutes.
- Cut chicken into thin slices, and cut bell pepper into thin strips.
- Serve chicken, onion, and bell pepper with flour tortillas.
- Serve with desired toppings.
- *1(1 1/2-pound) package flank steak may be substituted for chicken.
- Marinate 4 hours.
- Grill flank steak 10 minutes on each side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.2, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 1553.5, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 30.4
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-sliced bell peppers and onions.
- For a more flavorful fajita, marinate the steak in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and cumin for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cook the steak over high heat to get a good sear.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the steak or vegetables. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Season the steak and vegetables with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the fajitas immediately with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese.
Conclusion:
Tex-Mex steak fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give these steak fajitas a try.
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