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Cheesy Beef Fajitas
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream, for serving
- Salsa, for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced flank steak to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and onion to the skillet with the steak.
- In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture over the steak, bell pepper, and onion in the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the steak is cooked to your liking.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave according to package instructions.
- Divide the steak and vegetable mixture evenly among the warm tortillas.
- Sprinkle each fajita with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro.
- Roll up the tortillas and serve the cheesy beef fajitas with sour cream and salsa on the side.
Cheesy beef fajitas are a mouthwatering Tex-Mex dish that originated in the border regions of Texas and Mexico. This flavorful dish features sizzling strips of beef, sautéed peppers and onions, all wrapped in a warm tortilla and topped with gooey melted cheese. The dish has a rich history, with roots in the cattle ranches of Texas and the traditional Mexican cuisine of the region. Today, it's a popular menu item in Tex-Mex restaurants across the United States, known for its bold flavors and satisfying cheesiness. For the best cheesy beef fajitas, look for a restaurant with a skilled chef who knows how to perfectly balance the flavors and textures of the dish. The key to a great cheesy beef fajita lies in the quality of the beef, the seasoning, and the gooey, melted cheese that brings it all together. Some chefs also add their own unique twist to the dish, such as using different types of cheese or incorporating additional ingredients like mushrooms or avocado. Whether you're in Texas, California, or anywhere in between, a well-made cheesy beef fajita is a true delight for the taste buds.
30 min
4
450 calories
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