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Smoky Tex-Mex Cookout Fajita Fiesta

Find the ultimate copycat Tex-Mex Cookout Fajita Fiesta recipe with a unique twist and create an unforgettable dining experience.

πŸ•’ Prep - 15 mins, Cook - 20 mins, Total - 35 mins
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Allergens

Dairy (Monterey Jack cheese)

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 lbs skirt steak, sliced into 1/4
  • inch thick strips 2. 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced 3. 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 4. 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced 5. 1 large white onion, thinly sliced 6. 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 7. 8 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese 8. 12 flour tortillas, warmed 9. 3 tbsp vegetable oil 10. 1 packet fajita seasoning mix

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together steak and bell pepper strips. Add fajita seasoning and coat evenly.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat, cook steak until browned, then add vegetables and continue to cook until tender.
  3. Warm tortillas and serve with fajita mixture, cheese, cilantro, and any additional toppings of your choice.

Chef’s Insight

To kick up the heat, add a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the skillet when cooking the steak and vegetables.

Notes

This dish can be customized with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Cultural or Historical Background

Fajitas originated in Mexico as a dish made with strips of marinated beef grilled over mesquite wood. Over time, the dish has evolved and become popular worldwide.