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Homemade Steak Fajitas Recipe
This easy Steak Fajitas recipe features tender sliced beef, charred bell peppers, and smoky spices ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner with your favorite toppings!
Servings: 6
Calories: 199kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup salsa
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 1 to 2 bell peppers sliced
- 1 pound steak grilled and sliced against the grain into ¼-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup water
- For serving: 1 batch chunky fresh salsa, sour cream, lime wedges, tortillas
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the onion with the oil and salsa.1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ cup salsa, 1 medium onion
- After about 3 minutes, add the bell pepper, and cook until bell peppers are tender crisp and onions are soft. If the veggies start to stick the the pan before they are done, add a little more salsa.1 to 2 bell peppers
- Add the cooked steak, and heat through.1 pound steak
- Add the chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and water to the skillet, and stir to combine.1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ cup water
- Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, until the water evaporates. Adjust salt to taste.
- Serve over warm tortillas with fresh salsa, sour cream, and a squeeze of fresh lime.For serving: 1 batch chunky fresh salsa,
Notes
Rest Your Steak: Allowing grilled or cooked steak to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing is essential for tender, juicy results. During this resting period, the meat's juices redistribute evenly throughout, guaranteeing that each slice is moist and packed with flavor.
Don't Overcrowd the Pan: If you're doubling the recipe, work in batches. Overcrowding causes steaming instead of searing, which prevents that coveted caramelization.
Get a Good Char: Cook the bell peppers and onions on medium-high heat to achieve a charred, smoky flavor while keeping them crisp. This adds depth and mimics the traditional cast-iron skillet method.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Fajita (⅙ of recipe) | Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1248IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg