Elevate your taco night with these Skillet Steak Fajitas, featuring vibrant tri-color peppers and the delicious kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. This recipe packs a punch with its bold flavors and tantalizing aroma – perfect for any #tacotuesday!
Ingredients
🥩 1 lb flank steak, sliced thinly
🌶️ 1 red bell pepper, sliced
🌶️ 1 green bell pepper, sliced
🌶️ 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
🌶️ 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
🧅 1 large onion, sliced
🌿 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
🥄 1 teaspoon cumin
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌿 1 teaspoon dried oregano
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil
🌮 Fresh tortillas
🌿 Fresh pico de gallo for serving
Instructions
1- Prep the Ingredients:
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain.
- Slice bell peppers and onion.
2- Seasoning:
- In a small bowl, mix the adobo seasoning, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
3- Marinate the Steak:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced steak with half of the spice mix and the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
- Make sure the steak is evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 10-15 minutes.
4- Cook the Steak:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated steak to the skillet in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- Sear the steak for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
5- Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, then add the sliced onions and bell peppers.
- Sprinkle the remainder of the spice mix over the vegetables and sauté for about 5-6 minutes, until the peppers are tender-crisp.
6- Combine Ingredients:
- Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the vegetables and toss everything together.
- Cook for another 2 minutes to combine flavors.
7- Serve:
- Serve the steak and pepper mixture on fresh tortillas and top with fresh pico de gallo. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approx. 350 per serving
Proteins: 25g, Fats: 15g, Carbohydrates: 30g per serving
Equipment: Large skillet, mixing bowl
Cooking Tips
- For extra spice, add more chipotle peppers in adobo.
- Ensure your skillet is hot before adding the steak to get a good sear.
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