Tex-Mex Cookout Fiesta Dinner
This Tex-Mex Cookout Fiesta Dinner recipe brings the flavors and ambiance of a lively backyard party to your own kitchen. Enjoy the sensory experience of this street food classic with a twist.
Allergens
Gluten (in tortillas), Dairy (cheese)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef skirt steak
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups prepared guacamole
- 1 jar pico de gallo
- 1 bottle of your favorite Tex
- Mex beer (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a hot grill for cooking. Season the steak with salt, pepper, and a blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika to taste.
- Grill the steak to desired doneness, about 4 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Let it rest for 10 minutes before thinly slicing against the grain.
- Heat tortillas on the grill for 10 seconds per side, then keep them warm in a towel.
- Assemble fajitas: add steak, salsa, cheese, black beans, and guacamole to each tortilla. Top with pico de gallo.
- Serve alongside ice cold Tex Mex beers and enjoy the lively atmosphere of your backyard cookout.
Chef’s Insight
Don't be afraid to adjust the seasoning to your taste; this recipe is meant to inspire creativity in the kitchen.
Notes
To achieve the best results, use fresh ingredients and a hot grill for optimal flavor and texture.