Vegetable-Beef Fajitas Recipe ๐ฎ
Prepare for a mouthwatering adventure with these Vegetable-Beef Fajitas! A tantalizing blend of tender beef, colorful peppers, onions, and a symphony of spices, all wrapped up in warm flour tortillas. ๐
๐ Total Time: 35 minutes
๐ฅ Servings: 6 fajitas
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| 1 | Garlic |
| 2 | Red Bell Peppers |
| 1 | Green Bell Pepper |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 1/4 cup | Soy Sauce |
| 2 tbsp | Brown Sugar |
| 1 tbsp | Cornstarch |
| 2 tsp | Chili Powder |
| 1 tsp | Cumin |
| 2 tbsp | Olive Oil |
| 1 lb | Beef Flank Steak |
| 6 | Flour Tortillas |
Instructions:
-
๐ถ๏ธ Prepare the Veggie Blend:
- In a food processor, combine garlic and jalapeรฑo pepper. Pulse until finely chopped, about 5-10 seconds.
- Add both bell peppers and onion to the processor. Pulse again until finely diced.
-
๐ฅฃ Create the Flavorful Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix together water, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, chili powder, and cumin. Set this delicious concoction aside.
-
๐ณ Cook the Steak:
- Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until it sizzles (about 2 minutes).
- Add the thinly sliced beef flank steak, cooking and stirring for 5-8 minutes until it’s no longer pink. Set aside for now.
-
๐ฅฉ Sautรฉ the Veggies:
- In the same wok, add the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil.
- Toss in the prepared vegetable mix and sautรฉ for 5-7 minutes until they’re beautifully crisp-tender.
-
๐ฏ Combine Everything:
- Return the cooked steak to the wok.
- Pour in the prepared soy sauce mixture.
- Stir everything together until the steak and veggies are coated in that savory sauce, and the whole mix is heated through (about 5-8 minutes more).
-
๐ Serve and Enjoy:
- Warm up your flour tortillas.
- Spoon the delicious steak and veggie mixture onto each tortilla.
- Add a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese, dollops of sour cream, spoonfuls of salsa, and creamy guacamole if desired.
-
๐ง Mom’s Extra Touch (Optional):
- For an extra burst of flavor, Mom’s secret twist involves adding crisp-cooked bacon and more shredded cheese inside the tortillas with the steak mixture.
- Bake the assembled fajitas for about 10 minutes until the cheese is perfectly melted.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 310.5
- Total Fat: 11.9g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8g
- Cholesterol: 38.5mg
- Sodium: 574.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 25.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 5.9g
- Protein: 24.8g
These Vegetable-Beef Fajitas are not just a meal; they’re a fiesta on your taste buds! Bursting with colors, flavors, and that perfect blend of tender beef and crisp veggies, each bite is a celebration. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating your family, these fajitas are sure to be a hit. So grab your tortillas and get ready for a flavor-packed adventure! ๐๐ถ๏ธ๐ฅฉ
