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Steak fajitas in a cast iron skillet with a wooden spoon surrounded by various ingredients.

Steak Fajitas

Katerina | Diethood
Classic steak fajitas are a quick and easy dinner made with pan-fried beef strips, tender bell peppers, and onions served in warm flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Servings : 4 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Fajitas Seasoning Mix, divided
  • 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into strips
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 8 flour tortillas, warmed
  • shredded cheese, for topping, optional
  • sour cream, for topping, optional
  • guacamole, for topping, optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the bell peppers and onion; season with 1-1/2 tablespoons of the fajitas seasoning mix and cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently.
  • Transfer the vegetable mixture to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the sliced steak to the skillet; season with 1-1/2 tablespoons of the fajitas seasoning mix and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or to a desired doneness.
  • Stir in the previously prepared veggies; continue to cook for about 2 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
  • Spoon the steak and veggies over warm tortillas.
  • Serve topped with cheese, sour cream, and guacamole if desired.

Notes

  • To make ahead, slice up the peppers, onions, and steak strips the day before, store them in separate containers or bags, and keep them refrigerated until the following day.
  • To store fajitas, transfer them to airtight containers and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 256 kcal | Carbohydrates: 17 g | Protein: 27 g | Fat: 10 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g | Cholesterol: 69 mg | Sodium: 85 mg | Potassium: 760 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 4 g | Vitamin A: 1290 IU | Vitamin C: 120 mg | Calcium: 229 mg | Iron: 6 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
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