Lupe Tortilla Beef Fajita Recipe
Learn how to make the perfect Lupe Tortilla Beef Fajita Recipe in just 9 easy steps. This flavorful dish features tender, marinated beef, grilled vegetables, and warm tortillas, offering a bold Tex-Mex experience right in your own kitchen.
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- Tongs or spatula
- Cutting board
- Serving plates
Ingredients
- 500 g skirt steak or choice of protein
- 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 4-6 flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk well.
- Marinate the Beef: Slice the skirt steak into thin strips. Add to the marinade, ensuring it’s fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Beef: Grill the marinated beef for 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Cook the Vegetables: Grill the bell peppers and onions for about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally until tender.
- Warm the Tortillas: Warm the tortillas on the grill or in a skillet for 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble the Fajitas: Slice the grilled beef into smaller pieces and serve with the grilled vegetables and warm tortillas.
- Serve and Enjoy: Customize your fajitas with toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa, and enjoy!
Notes
Alternative Protein: You can substitute skirt steak with chicken, shrimp, or portobello mushrooms for a different twist on this recipe.
Make Ahead: The beef can be marinated the night before for enhanced flavor.
Toppings: Feel free to add shredded cheese, salsa, cilantro, or jalapeños for an extra burst of flavor.
Storage: Leftover fajitas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.