Classic Beef Fajitas Recipe with Bell Peppers

Here’s a classic beef fajitas recipe with bell peppers—simple, flavorful, and easy to make at home 🌮

Ingredients

For the beef & marinade

• 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• Juice of 1 lime

• 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the fajitas

• 2 bell peppers (any colors), sliced

• 1 medium onion, sliced

• 1 Tbsp olive oil

• Flour or corn tortillas (warmed)

Optional toppings

• Salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese, guacamole

Instructions

1. Marinate the beef:
   Mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and spices. Coat the steak and marinate 20–30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).

2. Cook the beef:
   Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steak 3–5 minutes per side until nicely browned. Remove and rest for 5 minutes.

3. Cook peppers & onions:
   In the same pan, add olive oil, bell peppers, and onion. Cook 5–7 minutes until soft with a little char.

4. Slice the beef:
   Cut steak thinly against the grain.

5. Combine:
   Add sliced beef back to the pan with the veggies. Toss together for 1–2 minutes.

6. Serve:
   Spoon into warm tortillas and add your favorite toppings.

Tips

• Cutting against the grain keeps the beef tender.

• Want more flavor? Add a splash of lime juice at the end.

• No steak? This works great with chicken or mushrooms too.

If you want, I can give you a sheet-pan version, grill method, or a spicier fajita seasoning