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Pork Fajitas

If you're looking for a quick and flavorful meal to throw on the grill, these Grilled Pork Fajitas are the perfect choice! Made with juicy, marinated pork and smoky grilled vegetables, they’re packed with bold flavors and come together in no time.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Marinating1 hour
Course: Pork
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: fajita pork chops
Servings: 6
Calories: 330kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops boneless, sliced thin
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup lime juice
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 onion large, sliced thin
  • 1 bell pepper sliced thin
  • flour tortillas for serving
  • salsa fresco for serving
  • cheddar cheese for serving
  • sour cream for serving

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, maple syrup, granulated garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade for grilling Place sliced pork in a zip top baggie with marinade. Seal, pressing out extra air and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Prepare a grill fire to 300°F.
  • Toss the sliced onions and bell peppers with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add them to the grill basket. Place on the hot grill.
  • Add the marinated pork to the grill basket over the vegetables. Close the grill and cook for 5 minutes. Drizzle with about 1/4 cup of reserved marinade. Stir occasionally, until the pork is cooked through. about 15 minutes, cooking until pork reaches 145° using a digital meat thermometer.
  • Remove from the grill and drizzle with the remaining reserved marinade. Serve in warm flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
  • Reheat: Place in a skillet and add 1- 2 tablespoons of water, cooking over medium heat. Stir occasionally until heated through.
  • Stove Top: If you don’t have a grill, cook in a hot cast iron skillet coated lightly with avocado oil, lard or bacon grease. Stir occasionally until vegetables are softened and pork reaches 145°.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 458mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1049IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg