Quick Fajitas
4 servings
47 minutes
Quick fajitas are a vibrant dish of Mexican cuisine that embodies its passion for rich flavors and fresh ingredients. Its roots trace back to the traditions of working ranches where meat was grilled over an open flame and served with aromatic vegetables. In this recipe, beef steak is marinated in a citrus sauce with jalapeños and spices that add zest and tenderness. Sautéed peppers and onions add juiciness while cilantro refreshes the composition. The key is to slice the meat thinly against the grain to keep it tender and flavorful. Fajitas are eaten by wrapping the filling in warm tortillas; guacamole, sour cream, or cheese can be added. This is an ideal option for fun gatherings with friends where everyone assembles their perfect roll while enjoying a variety of flavors and textures.
1
For the marinade, mix the orange and lime zest, juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cilantro, cumin, and oregano in a large bowl. Add the steak and mix. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and let sit for at least an hour.
- Oranges: 1 piece
- Lime: 2 pieces
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Dried oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
- Chopped cilantro (coriander): 0.5 bunch
- Beef steak: 700 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Preheat the grill or grill pan to maximum temperature. Pour in some vegetable oil. Remove the meat from the marinade and pat it dry with a paper towel. Sear until golden brown on each side. Transfer the steak to a plate and set aside.
- Beef steak: 700 g
3
Pour more oil into the pan and fry the chopped onion and thinly sliced bell pepper until golden, ensuring the pepper remains crispy. Place in a serving dish and set aside.
- Onion: 1 head
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Green bell pepper: 1 piece
- Orange bell pepper: 1 piece
4
Slice the meat thinly against the grain. Place it in a dish with pepper. Add salt and mix.
- Beef steak: 700 g
- Salt: to taste