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Flank Steak Fajitas Recipe

Flank Steak Fajitas Recipe

Flank steak fajitas is a delicious combination of flank steak seasoned with authentic Mexican spices and vegetables sprinkled with fresh cilantro and lime juice. Let's make this tasty dish for your loved ones today!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keyword: Flank Steak Fajitas
Level of Difficulty: Medium
Dietary Preference: Dairy-Free, Keto, Paleo
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Pan
  • Kitchen turner
  • Chopping Board
  • Ceramic Tray
  • Bowl
  • Garlic Press (Optional)
  • Food Thermometer (Optional)

Ingredients

For the flank steak

  • 2.2 pounds flank steak, whole
  • 1 tbsp Fajita seasoning
  • 1 tbsp juice of lime
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

For vegetables

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 3 bell peppers (any color)
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Fresh cilantro for sprinkling
  • Juice of lime

For making the fajita seasoning

  • 3 tbsp dark brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dry oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp hot red pepper
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp dry thyme
  • 0.25 tsp dry rosemary

For serving

  • Avocado
  • Tortillas
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Instructions 

  • Mix all the ingredients for fajita seasoning well.
    Mix the fajita seasoning, lime juice, and oil and firmly press/rub the spice mixture over all sides of the beef. Marinate for 2 hours in the fridge.
    Leave The Meat To Marinate
  • Cut the onion and peppers into strips and sauté together with the crushed garlic, salt, and pepper in a stovetop pan until the vegetables are soft and slightly caramelized.
    Slightly Caramelized
  • Heat the grill pan well and put the meat in. Grill each side for 5 to 8 minutes.
    Grill Each Side
  • Once the meat is cooked, transfer it to a large cutting board. Let the meat rest for about 10 minutes, then cut the flank steak into thin slices.
    Steak Into Thin Slices
  • Arrange the meat slices and sauteed vegetables on a serving plate, sprinkle with fresh cilantro and lime juice and serve with avocado slices and tortillas.
    Fresh Cilantro And Lime Juice

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Notes

  • If you want more sweetness, try adding orange juice or honey to the marinade mixture.
  • Burritos, salsa, Mexican rice, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream are excellent side dishes for flank steak fajitas.
  • Skirt steaks and sirloin steaks are great alternatives for flank steaks.
  • Always cut your steak against the grains and avoid cutting parallel to them.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 526mg | Potassium: 471mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1387IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg