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Close-up of sizzling steak fajitas with bell peppers and onions on a hot pan.

Proven Way to Grow 3 Steak Fajitas

This recipe provides a proven method for preparing delicious steak fajitas. It focuses on achieving tender steak and perfectly cooked vegetables for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb flank steak sliced against the grain
  • 2 bell peppers various colors, sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
For Serving
  • 6 tortillas flour or corn
  • salsa optional
  • sour cream optional
  • guacamole optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips; also slice the bell peppers and onion.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced steak to the hot pan and cook for 3-5 minutes until browned, then remove it.
  3. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the same pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Return the steak to the pan, sprinkle with fajita seasoning, and squeeze fresh lime juice over everything.
  5. Toss well to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and coated.
Serving
  1. Serve the fajita mixture immediately with warm tortillas and your preferred toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the steak in fajita seasoning and lime juice for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust seasoning to your taste and consider adding a pinch of chili flakes for some heat.