Tex-Mex Fiesta Skillet: A Sizzling, Smoky Adventure

Tex-Mex Fiesta Skillet: A Sizzling, Smoky Adventure

Find the perfect Tex-Mex Fiesta Skillet recipe for your next dinner party or weekend cookout. This bold and flavorful dish captures the essence of a famous restaurant classic with a creative twist.

🕒 Prep - 20 min; Cook - 35 min; Total - 55 min
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Allergens

Soy (from black beans, if pre-seasoned); Wheat (from seasoning mix, if using)

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds beef skirt steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium high heat. Add sliced beef and cook until browned, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté onion and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Return cooked beef to skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
  5. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, and corn kernels. Stir well and let it simmer for 8 10 minutes, or until flavors meld together.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Chef’s Insight

Customize this dish with your favorite Tex-Mex toppings like cheese, sour cream, or jalapeños.

Notes

Adjust the heat level according to your preference by adding more or less chili powder and smoked paprika.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish draws inspiration from the lively street food scene of Texas and Mexico, where bold flavors and sizzling dishes are shared among friends and family.