Sizzling Fajitas Delicious

Life slows down, we embrace the joys of togetherness and relaxation. It’s our chance to gather once again, to share stories of the past and dreams of the future. A table adorned with vibrant colors, the comforting sizzle of a skillet, and the echoes of our laughter filling the air. It’s a fajita feast that awaits – a delicious voyage to Mexico, right from the comfort of our own haven. So, let’s embark on this journey filled with cherished camaraderie and the flavors of traditional Mexican fajitas. After all, what better way to celebrate the beauty of friendship and family than with the perfect blend of flavors and memories?

Sizzling Fajitas Delicious

Ready to elevate your mealtime adventure? Grab those ingredients, ignite the sizzle, and indulge in the savory symphony of flavors with homemade fajitas that will tantalize your taste buds like never before!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Marinating time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 40 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 6 people

Calories 894 kcal

Ingredients

 

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Marinade

• 2 tbsp lime juice lemon also good
• ¾ cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp tequila
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground chilli
• ½ tsp paprika
• salt and peper to taste

Fajitas

• 1 kg rump steak or Chicken
• 1 red bell pepper aka capsicum
• 1 green bell pepper aka capsicum
• 1 red onion
• 3 red chillies optional
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Serving

• 8 flour tortillas
• ½ cup Salsa
• ½ cup Guacamole
• 1 cup Shredded cheese
• ½ cup Chopped cilantro aka Coriander leaf
• 6 Lime wedges

Instructions

 

Marinade

• In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, tequila, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2 tbsp lime juice, ¾ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp tequila, 4 cloves garlic, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground chilli, ½ tsp paprika, salt and peper to taste
• Place the sliced chicken or steak in a resealable plastic bag or a bowl. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring all pieces are coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or preferably overnight
  1 kg rump steak

Fajitas

• In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Cook the marinated meat until it develops a nice sear and is cooked through, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  1 kg rump steak, 2 tbsp olive oil
• After cooking the meat, sauté onions and peppers in the same pan until they are softened. Then, add the meat back to the pan and allow everything to heat through for a few minutes. Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  1 red bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper, 1 red onion, 3 red chillies, Salt and pepper to taste
• Warm the flour tortillas either in a dry skillet or wrapped in a damp paper towel in the microwave.
  8 flour tortillas

Serve

• Serve the fajita filling alongside the warmed tortillas, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.
  ½ cup Salsa, ½ cup Guacamole, 1 cup Shredded cheese, ½ cup Chopped cilantro, 6 Lime wedges
• To assemble a fajita, place a spoonful of the meat and vegetable mixture onto a tortilla. Top with your desired toppings, fold the tortilla over the filling, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 894kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 43gFat: 66gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 38gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 654mgPotassium: 899mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1481IUVitamin C: 85mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 6mg

Keyword Fajitas, Homemade fajitas, Mexican cuisine, Quick and easy meals, Tex-Mex recipes

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