Smoky Chipotle Steak Fajitas with Peppers & Onions

Name: Smoky Chipotle Steak Fajitas with Peppers & Onions
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1.5 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain; 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 limes, juiced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp cumin; 3 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced; 1 large onion, sliced; 8 flour tortillas, warmed; Guacamole, salsa, sour cream for serving; Salt to taste

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Bring the sizzle and flavor of a Mexican restaurant right to your kitchen with these incredible Smoky Chipotle Steak Fajitas. Thinly sliced flank steak is marinated in a robust blend of chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, garlic, and spices, infusing it with a deep, smoky heat and tangy flavor. The steak is quickly seared in a screaming hot skillet alongside a rainbow of bell peppers and onions until beautifully charred and tender. Served immediately on a hot platter with warm flour tortillas, fresh guacamole, pico de gallo, and sour cream, this interactive meal is perfect for a fun family dinner or entertaining friends. The aroma is irresistible, and the customizable nature of fajitas makes it a guaranteed hit for any gathering, capturing the festive spirit of spring and summer cooking.

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A sizzling skillet of smoky chipotle steak fajitas with peppers and onions, with tortillas on the side

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time15 min

Servings4 servings

Equipment

Large cast iron skillet or griddleMixing bowlTongs

Instructions

1
In a bowl, combine sliced steak, minced chipotle peppers, garlic, lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, cumin, and salt. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
2
Heat a large cast iron skillet over high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. Add the steak strips in a single layer (work in batches) and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove.
3
In the same skillet, add peppers and onions. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until charred and tender.
4
Return the steak and any accumulated juices to the skillet with the peppers and onions. Toss everything together and cook for 1 more minute.
5
Serve immediately on a hot platter with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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