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Steak Fajitas Tacos Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Steak Fajitas Tacos Recipe

Last week, I made steak fajitas tacos for dinner, and my family couldn’t stop raving about them. The tangy marinade, smoky seared beef, and fresh toppings came together so effortlessly. I love how this dish brings a little Tex-Mex vibe to my dinner table, complete with charred veggies and warm tortillas.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner
Calories: 379

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs flank steak or skirt steak
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • Zest of one lime
  • Juice of one lime
  • 5 garlic cloves smashed
  • ½ yellow onion quartered
  • 2 chipotles in adobo
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 or 2 bell peppers sliced into strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Corn or flour tortillas

Method
 

  1. Start by preparing the marinade. Combine vegetable oil, lime zest, lime juice, smashed garlic, quartered onion, chipotles in adobo, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth. Place your flank steak in a large bowl or plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Make sure the steak is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
  2. While the steak marinates, slice your onions and bell peppers. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high and drizzle with olive oil. Once the oil shimmers, add the veggies in a single layer. Allow them to char slightly for about 2-3 minutes before tossing. Cook until they are tender-crisp yet vibrant in color, then set aside.
  3. Remove the steak from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 130°F for the perfect texture. Once cooked, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  4. Once rested, slice the steak against the grain into thin strips. Warm the tortillas on a skillet for 20-30 seconds on each side. Fill each tortilla with sliced steak, fajita veggies, and your choice of toppings.