Street Food Firecracker Fajitas

Street Food Firecracker Fajitas

Find the perfect blend of flavors with our copycat Street Food Firecracker Fajitas recipe, a sizzling and unforgettable street food experience.

Time: Prep: 10 mins Cook: 15 mins Total: 25 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Street Food

Allergens

Wheat (in tortillas)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain 2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced 1 large onion, thinly sliced 4 tablespoons fajita seasoning 8
  • inch flour tortillas, warmed Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the beef, bell peppers, onion, and fajita seasoning. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a large cast iron skillet or griddle over high heat. Add the marinated mixture and cook until the meat is browned and vegetables are tender, about 5 7 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes.
  3. Serve the fajita filling in warm tortillas, topped with fresh cilantro leaves and a squeeze of lime juice.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to perfect fajitas lies in the marination time and high heat cooking method.

Notes

Customize the fajitas with your favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, or guacamole.

Cultural or Historical Background

Fajitas originated in Mexico, where they were known as "fajitas" or "tacos de vulva." They gained popularity in Texas during the 20th century.