Easy Tex-Mex Beef Fajitas Skillet
A quick and flavorful Tex-Mex beef fajitas recipe made in a skillet, featuring tender strips of beef, bell peppers, and onions seasoned with classic spices. Ready in under 30 minutes for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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- Main Ingredients
- Vegetables
- Cooking
- Seasoning
- Spices
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- Serving
Let’s make it
Cooking
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cooking
Add the sliced beef sirloin strips to the hot skillet in a single layer. Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned but not fully cooked through. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
Cooking
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the sliced onions, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Cooking
Add the minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cooking
Return the browned beef strips to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until beef is cooked through and vegetables are well mixed.
Finishing
Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze fresh lime juice over the beef and vegetables. Toss to coat evenly.
Serving
Serve the beef fajita mixture hot with warmed flour tortillas. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
Tips & notes
For juicier beef, marinate the strips briefly in lime juice, olive oil, and spices for 10-15 minutes before cooking. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven for a softer texture. Don't overcook the vegetables; keep them crisp for best texture.
Saving it for later
Store leftover beef fajita mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep tortillas separately wrapped to prevent sogginess.
Reheating
Reheat beef and vegetables in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water or lime juice to keep moist. Warm tortillas separately in a dry pan or microwave.
