Best 5 Wasabi Beef Fajitas Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make meal? Look no further than wasabi beef fajitas! This delicious dish combines the zesty kick of wasabi with the savory flavors of beef and vegetables, all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. Whether you're having a casual dinner with friends or a special occasion feast, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WASABI BEEF FAJITAS



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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

2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons prepared wasabi
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
1 pound uncooked beef stir-fry strips
12 green onions with tops, cut in half lengthwise
1 large sweet red pepper, julienned
8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1 cup coleslaw mix

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

WASABI BEEF FAJITAS



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I found this one in the "Taste of Home Cookbook, The New Edition" and I am posting for safekeeping. It was created by the TOH Test Kitchen and it says: "Beef fajitas take on an Asian flavor by using Japanese horseradish, also known as wasabi. You can find it in the Asian food section of your local supermarket."

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Steak

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons prepared wasabi
2 teaspoons fresh gingerroot, minced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 large sweet red pepper, julienned
12 green onions with tops, cut in half lengthwise
2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
1 lb beef, cut into strips
8 flour tortillas (8 inch)
1 cup coleslaw mix

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, wasabi, ginger and garlic until blended; set aside.
  • In a large skillet, stir-fry red pepper and onions in 1 tbsp oil for 3 minutes or until tender; remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, stir-fry beef in remaining oil for 5 minutes or until no longer pink.
  • Stir the soy sauce mixture; stir into skillet.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Return red pepper mixture to the pan; heat through.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup beef mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with 2 tbsp coleslaw mix.
  • Fold one side of tortilla over filling and roll up.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.2, Fat 46.1, SaturatedFat 17.8, Cholesterol 56.2, Sodium 412, Carbohydrate 20.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 8.3

BEEF FAJITAS



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ounces flank steak
8 ounces whole onion or 7 ounces chopped ready-cut onion (1 2/3 cups)
16 ounces whole yellow and red peppers or 14 ounces ready-cut chopped peppers (4 cups)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 whole wheat no-fat tortillas, if available, or white-flour tortillas
1/2 small avocado to yield 4 small slices
1/2 cup nonfat yogurt
Salsa (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Grind beef and saute in its own fat in a medium-hot nonstick skillet. Stir often to break up.
  • Chop whole onion and add to beef, cooking until onion softens.
  • Chop whole peppers and add to onion with cumin. Continue cooking until all the vegetables are soft. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Wrap two tortillas in aluminum foil and heat in toaster oven for 3 to 5 minutes at 400 degrees.
  • Chop avocado.
  • To assemble, spoon 1/4 of beef mixture down the center of each heated tortilla. Top each with 1/4 of the yogurt, 1/4 of the avocado and a couple spoonfuls of salsa. Roll up and serve. Heat remaining two tortillas while eating the first two and repeat the filling with remaining ingredients. Serve any extra salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 463, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 278 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams

BEEF FAJITAS



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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

1 lb beef steak, thinly sliced into strips
1 medium onion (I prefer the taste of red onions)
1 large green bell pepper
1 large tomatoes, diced
2 teaspoons cooking oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons water
warmed tortilla
sour cream
guacamole
salsa

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.

BEEF FAJITAS



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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

¼ cup olive oil
1 lime, juiced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (8 ounce) boneless New York strip steaks, cut into thin strips
8 (6 inch) white corn tortillas, or more as needed
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican cheese blend

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

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your fajitas will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful beef, crisp vegetables, and flavorful spices.
  • Marinate the beef. Marinating the beef helps to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, but a simple combination of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and cumin is always a good choice.
  • Cook the beef over high heat. This will help to sear the beef and lock in the juices. You can cook the beef in a skillet, on a grill, or over an open fire.
  • Slice the beef thinly. This will make it easier to eat and will help the beef to absorb the flavors of the marinade.
  • Serve the fajitas with a variety of toppings. This could include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa. You can also serve the fajitas with tortillas, rice, or beans.

Conclusion:

Wasabi beef fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give wasabi beef fajitas a try.

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