Craving a taste of the Southwest with minimal fuss? Look no further than these incredible fajitas, inspired by the Pioneer Woman’s approachable and delicious cooking style. This recipe brings together tender flank steak, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet onions, all marinated in a zesty blend of lime, garlic, and spices. Perfect for a family dinner or a casual get-together, these fajitas are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 1 whole Wellborn 2R beef flank steak
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/3 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 medium onions, halved and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- Oil, for frying
- Flour tortillas, warmed
- Cheese (grated cheddar/Jack or crumbled queso fresco), for topping
- Salsa, for topping
- Sour cream, for topping
- Cilantro leaves, for topping
Instructions:
- Marinate the Goodness: In a dish, whisk together the olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Divide the marinade in half, pouring half into a separate dish.
- Coat the Steak and Veggies: Place the flank steak in one dish with marinade, ensuring it’s fully coated. In the second dish, add all the sliced onions and bell peppers, tossing to coat them evenly with the remaining marinade.
- Chill Out: Cover both dishes tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or even longer for maximum flavor infusion.
- Prep the Fixings: While the steak and vegetables are marinating, prepare your favorite fajita toppings. Warm the flour tortillas and have your cheese, salsa, sour cream, and cilantro ready to go.
- Sauté the Veggies: Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle in a bit of oil. Add the marinated vegetables and cook for several minutes, until they are tender-crisp and slightly charred, with those desirable black and brown edges. Remove the cooked veggies to a plate and set aside.
- Sear the Steak: Using the same skillet (or a grill pan if you prefer), heat it over high heat with another drizzle of oil. Cook the flank steak for approximately 2 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time to your preferred level of doneness.
- Rest and Slice: Remove the cooked steak from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. This resting period is crucial for juicy and tender steak. Right before serving, thinly slice the flank steak against the grain.
- Assemble and Enjoy: Serve the sizzling sliced flank steak and sautéed vegetables immediately with warmed flour tortillas and all your prepared toppings. Let everyone customize their own Pioneer Woman-inspired fajitas!
These Pioneer Woman Fajitas are not only incredibly delicious but also surprisingly simple to make. The vibrant flavors and colors make this dish a guaranteed hit for any occasion. Enjoy!
