We love Mexican inspired recipes, especially fajitas! From the classic Baked Chicken Fajitas to our simple Shrimp Fajitas. If you like fajitas, this steak recipe is a must try!

STEAK FAJITAS-

Fajitas are a classic Mexican dish that has become a go-to in our home! We love how versatile fajitas are from the choice of meat to the choice of toppings and condiments, you can totally make them to your liking! We serve the fajitas charcuterie style by placing all of the topping in individual bowls and allowing everyone to add on whatever they like to their fajita!

WHAT TYPE OF BEEF DO I USE? 

The most important ingredient in this recipe is the meat. The type of beef you get will either make or break your fajita experience! The BEST steak to use is either skirt steak or flank steak, but you can also use sirloin steak or New York strip steak. 

STEAK FAJITA MARINADE-

The marinade for this recipe brings the steak to a whole new level and tenderizes the beef! All you need is oil, cajun seasoning (we use homemade), and minced garlic. Just mix all the ingredients and add the steak to it, then allow the steak to marinate.

How long can my steak marinate for?

The steak should marinate for at least 30 minutes. You can marinate it overnight in the fridge. Just make sure your steak is room temp when ready to cook. 

HOW TO COOK STEAK FOR beef FAJITAS- 

There are several different methods for cooking the steak for fajitas! You can either grill, cook on stove top or bake the steak, all three ways will give you great results! For this recipe we use the stove top method. 

STOVE TOP METHOD: Oil a cast iron skillet and heat over high heat. Once the skillet is hot add the steak and cook 3-4 minutes per side, or until the steak has reached desired doneness. GRILLING METHOD: Preheat the grill to medium high heat. Once hot, add the steak and grill 14-16 minutes or until meat has reached desired doneness, flipping meat halfway through cooking. OVEN METHOD: Preheat oven at 425F. Add the steak to a baking sheet and bake for 15-17 minutes or steak has reached desired doneness. 

What temperature should my steak reach? 

The cook time and temperature for the steak will depend on the doneness you want for your meat.  Using a cooking thermometer you want to measure the inside and thickest part of the steak for accurate doneness. 

MEDIUM RARE: about 130-135FMEDIUM: about 135-145FWELL: about 145-155FWELL DONE: about 155-165F

HOW TO MAKE STEAK FAJITAS-

TOPPINGS: Prep and cut up all of the toppings and condiments for the fajitas.CUT VEGGIES: Slice the peppers and onions into even strands.MARINADE: Prepare the marinade by combining the ingredient in a bowl or plastic bag.Add the steak to the marinade. (Tip: Toss the vegetables in the leftover marinade while cooking the steak.) STEAK: Cook the steak in the skillet. Remove from the skillet and cover to keep warm. VEGETABLES: In the same skillet, sauté the vegetables until tender. Slice beef and return to skillet to reheat.ASSEMBLE: Warm the tortillas and load with steak, veggies and desired toppings. Enjoy! 

SERVING OPTIONS-

These juicy steak fajitas are so versatile and can be served in so many different ways! 

CLASSIC– Go the classic route and serve in tortillas with desired toppings. FAJITA BOWLS– You can make bowls like our classic taco bowls and serve with our cilantro lime rice and add your favorite topping.

WHAT KIND OF TOPPING DO I ADD TO A FAJITA?

Sour CreamLettuceShredded cheese or Feta cheeseHomemade guacamoleHot sauce or srirachaTaco sauceJalapenosTomatoesPico de galloSalsa

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

OTHER MEXICAN INSPIRED DISHES- 

Chicken TaquitosTaco SaladShrimp TacosGround Beef TacosChipotle BowlBreakfast Tacos