Ina Garten Steak Fajitas Recipe
Steak Fajitas are a Tex-Mex classic made with marinated beef, typically skirt or flank steak, cooked to perfection and paired with sautéed vegetables. Ina Garten’s version emphasizes fresh, high-quality ingredients and a simple yet delicious marinade for a dish bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup
- Lime juice: 1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Chili powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Skirt or flank steak: 1 1/2 pounds
For the Vegetables:
- Bell peppers: 3 (red, green, and yellow), thinly sliced
- Onion: 1 large, thinly sliced
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
For Serving:
- Flour tortillas: 8 (warmed)
- Sour cream: 1/2 cup
- Guacamole: 1/2 cup
- Shredded cheese: 1 cup
- Fresh cilantro: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lime wedges: For garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the steak
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the steak in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over it, and ensure it’s evenly coated.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.
Step 2: Cook the steak
- Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry.
- Cook the steak for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if desired.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Sauté the vegetables
- In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions.
- Season with salt and black pepper, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
Step 4: Slice the steak
- Slice the rested steak against the grain into thin strips.
Step 5: Assemble the fajitas
- Serve the steak and vegetables with warm tortillas. Let everyone customize their fajitas with sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.