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Grilled Steak Fajitas

Grilled Steak Fajitas Recipe is the classic Tex-Mex dinner favorite. Made with thin sliced steak, peppers and onions that is served up on warm flour tortillas with cheese, sour cream and salsa.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Additional Time24 hours
Total Time24 hours 30 minutes
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: fajitas, grilled fajitas, sirloin steak, steak, Tex-Mex Fajitas
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 611kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds sirloin steak sliced thin
  • 2 large bell peppers sliced thin
  • 2 large onions sliced
  • cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • 2 ounces lemon juice
  • 2 ounces lime juice
  • fresh cilantro optional garnish
  • Flour tortillas
  • Sour Cream
  • Salsa
  • Guacamole

Instructions

  • Add spices to a bowl. Whisk in olive oil, lemon juice and lime juice.  
  • Place steak and vegetables into a gallon size zip to baggie. Pour marinade over the top. Seal the bag. Turn over several times to mix well. Refrigerate 20-24 hours. 
  • Prepare a grill fire to about 350° with pecan or hickory for smoke flavor. 
  • Make a foil packet around flour tortillas and set aside. 
  • Remove steak and vegetables from marinade onto the grill over indirect fire - use a grill pan or griddle if you have large grates. Spread evenly and close the lid. Cook in 5 minute intervals, turning the mixture with a spatula or tongs to cook evenly. Continue to cook for 15- 20 minutes or until steak reaches about 135° to 140° with a digital meat thermometer
  • During the last 5 minutes, warm the tortillas.
  • Remove steak and vegetables from grill to a rimmed baking sheet. 
  • Garnish with cilantro if desired. 
  • Serve with sour cream, salsa and guacamole if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 4 days.
Reheat in a skillet coated with olive oil over medium heat, stirring often until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 611kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 632mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g