Steak Fajitas

Recipe by Dinner at the Zoo

These steak fajitas contain tender marinated beef with plenty of colorful peppers and onions, all grilled to flavorful perfection.

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds flank steak
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ⅓ cup lime juice
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1¼ teaspoons salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• ¼ cup water
• 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1½ tablespoons chili powder
• 1 yellow onion (thinly sliced)
• 3 bell peppers (thinly sliced, can use red, orange, yellow or a combination of colors)
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, salsa etc for serving

Method

1. Place the olive oil, lime juice, sugar, salt, cumin, garlic, water, smoked paprika, onion powder and chili powder in a gallon sized resealable bag or large bowl.
2. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
3. Add the steak, onions and peppers to the marinade. Chill for at least 1 hour, or up to 6 hours.
4. Preheat an outdoor grill, grill pan, or skillet to medium high heat.
5. Add the steak and cook for 5-6 minutes per side for medium doneness. Remove from grill and let sit for 5 minutes.
6. Place the peppers and onions in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Season with salt to taste.
7. Slice the steak thinly across the grain. Arrange the steak over the peppers and onions. Sprinkle with cilantro, then serve.

View the recipe instructions at Dinner at the Zoo