Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajita Feast for a Crowd

Allergens

Dairy (sour cream, cheese), gluten (flour tortillas)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 24 small flour tortillas, warmed
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine beef sirloin with chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss until well combined.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium high heat. Add garlic, bell peppers, onion, and mushrooms, cooking for 3 4 minutes until softened. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same skillet or grill pan, add half of the seasoned beef in a single layer. Cook for 2 3 minutes until browned, then flip and cook another 1 2 minutes. Repeat with remaining beef. Combine cooked beef back to the bowl with veggies.
4. Assemble the fajitas by placing a portion of the meat mixture, sour cream, cheese, salsa, and cilantro on each warmed tortilla. Fold and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

To increase crowd energy, serve this dish family-style at a gathering, allowing guests to assemble their own fajitas and enjoy the sizzling experience together.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a crowd and can be easily adapted to include different proteins such as chicken or shrimp.