Sizzling Fajita Street Tacos

Sizzling Fajita Street Tacos

Discover a copycat recipe for sizzling fajita street tacos that captures the essence of a famous Tex-Mex restaurant dish. This easy and delicious appetizer will transport you straight to the bustling street food stalls of Mexico, all from your own backyard cookout.

🕒 Prep 20 min | Cook 15 min | Total 35 min
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Allergens

Dairy (in cheese)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef sirloin or chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), thinly sliced
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 4 oz shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the meat with salt and pepper to taste. Heat a large cast iron skillet over high heat. Add the meat, onion, and bell peppers in batches if needed, cooking until browned and tender. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
  2. Warm tortillas on a grill or directly over a flame for 10 seconds per side. Keep warm in a clean kitchen towel.
  3. To assemble tacos, place cooked meat mixture onto warmed tortillas, top with cheese, and fold in half.
  4. Serve immediately with lime wedges, cilantro leaves, and additional toppings such as salsa or guacamole, if desired.

Chef’s Insight

To add more flavor, marinate the meat in advance using a blend of chili powder, garlic, onion powder, and cumin.

Notes

For a spicy twist, add sliced jalapeños or serranos to the meat and vegetable mixture before cooking.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe draws inspiration from the bustling street food stalls of Mexico, where sizzling fajita tacos are a popular choice for a quick and satisfying meal.