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Spicy Steak Fajitas

Turn up the heat tonight with these Spicy Steak Fajitas! Perfect for a flavorful dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Spicy Steak Fajitas
Yield: 6

Materials

  • - 1 pound flank steak
  • - 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • - 2 teaspoons cumin
  • - 1 teaspoon paprika
  • - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • - Salt and black pepper to taste
  • - 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • - 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • - 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • - 1 onion sliced
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced
  • - Juice of 1 lime
  • - 6 flour tortillas
  • - Optional garnishes: avocado slices sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  • Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the steak.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Remove from skillet and let rest.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  • Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips. Return the steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and stir to combine.
  • Warm tortillas according to package instructions.
  • Serve the steak and vegetable mixture on warm tortillas, garnished with avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, and cilantro if desired.