Description
Cheesy Beef Fajitas are a hearty and flavorful dish combining tender beef strips, sautéed vegetables, and melted cheese. This Mexican-inspired meal is easy to prepare, highly customizable, and perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your choice of cheese)
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the steak into thin strips against the grain. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano.
- Prepare the vegetables by slicing the onion and bell pepper, and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak strips in a single layer for 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add the sliced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1–2 more minutes.
- Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the beef broth or water and simmer for 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture, cover the skillet, and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro, and serve hot.
Notes
- Slice the beef thinly and against the grain for tenderness.
- Do not overcook the beef to maintain juiciness.
- Customize with different vegetables or cheeses.
- Use lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Marinate steak in lime juice and garlic for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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