Texas Firecracker Fajitas

Allergens

Dairy (cream cheese), Wheat (flour tortillas)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 3 bell peppers (red, green, and yellow), sliced into strips
• 8 oz button mushrooms, halved
• 2 limes, juiced
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 10 flour tortillas
• Optional: Sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, and hot sauce for serving

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Rub the spice mixture onto the sliced flank steak and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced onion, bell peppers, and mushrooms, tossing well to coat.
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Grill the marinated steak until cooked to your desired level of doneness, approximately 4 6 minutes per side for medium rare. Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before thinly slicing against the grain.
4. Grill the marinated vegetables until tender and slightly charred, approximately 3 4 minutes per side.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese and chopped cilantro. Spread a generous amount of this mixture on each tortilla. Top with grilled steak, grilled vegetables, and your choice of additional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, and hot sauce.
6. Fold the tortillas in half and serve immediately. Enjoy the sizzling aroma, the warmth of the crowd, and the smoky taste of this Tex Mex Firecracker Fajitas feast!

Chef’s Insight

To achieve that perfect char, don't be afraid to let the steak and vegetables sit on the grill for a few extra seconds, creating a smoky crust that adds depth of flavor.

Notes

This recipe makes for a perfect weeknight dinner or entertaining guests at home. It can be easily scaled up or down to fit your needs.