Best 4 Fajitas With Spicy Coleslaw Recipes

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Fajitas, a sizzling platter of grilled meats and vegetables, are a Tex-Mex classic. This fajita recipe features tender, juicy chicken or steak marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and herbs, then grilled to perfection. The chicken and steak are accompanied by a medley of colorful vegetables, including bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, all grilled until slightly charred and tender-crisp. But what really sets these fajitas apart is the spicy coleslaw. Made with a tangy vinaigrette dressing and a mix of shredded cabbage, carrots, and red onion, this coleslaw adds a refreshing crunch and a kick of heat to balance the richness of the grilled meats. Serve the fajitas with warm tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for a complete and satisfying meal.

**Additional Recipes Included in the Article:**

* **Classic Guacamole:** This simple yet delicious guacamole recipe uses fresh avocados, cilantro, onion, jalapeño, and lime juice to create a creamy, flavorful dip.

* **Easy Pico de Gallo:** This fresh and vibrant salsa recipe is made with chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. It's the perfect topping for fajitas, tacos, or burritos.

* **Authentic Sour Cream:** This homemade sour cream recipe is easy to make and tastes so much better than store-bought. It's the perfect addition to fajitas, tacos, and other Mexican dishes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FAJITAS WITH SPICY COLESLAW



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This is an old Weight Watchers recipe. It is TO DIE FOR!!! Honestly! Sometimes I add refried beans for more umph, but it is amazing without!

Provided by Brandi Kirkpatrick

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 lb beef round, trimmed and made into bite size pieces
1 (10 oz) package coleslaw mix or 6 cups shredded cabbage
1-2 tablespoons pickled jalapeno peppers+1 tablespoon pickled juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
4 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
8 (6 inch) whole-wheat tortillas
1 teaspoon olive oil or canola oil

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare marinade, combine the fajita seasoning, lime juice, and garlic in a ziploc bag; add beef. Squeeze out the air and seal bag tightly; turn to coat the beef. Let stand at least 10 minutes or refrigerate, turning bag occasionally, up to 2 hours. Drain marinade.
  • 2. To prepare coleslaw: combine coleslaw/cabbage, jalapenos, and pickling juice, vinegar, green onions, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • 3. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and saute until cooked through, 2-3 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the tortillas according to package directions; keep warm.
  • 4. To serve, place about 3/4 cup of coleslaw mix into each tortilla and top immediately with beef, roll to enclose.

SWEET AND SPICY FLANK STEAK FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS



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A honey-jalapeno marinade tenderizes flank steak for the grill as the base for these hearty fajitas. Charred peppers and onions add bulk and flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup torn cilantro
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
6 cloves garlic, smashed
2 jalapenos, seeded
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds flank steak
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 large red onions, thickly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes, juiced
Kosher salt
Neutral oil, for oiling the grill grates
Warm tortillas, for serving
Suggested toppings: guacamole, sour cream, lime wedges, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos, pico de gallo, crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • For the sweet and spicy marinade: Put the olive oil, cilantro, honey, lime juice, thyme, garlic, jalapenos, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a food processor and pulse to puree. Transfer the mixture to a nonreactive container, add the flank steak and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking
  • For the peppers and onions: Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the olive oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
  • Grill the flank steak until marked, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board and thinly slice.
  • Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.

HOT AND SPICY FAJITAS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 37

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 white onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
6 button mushrooms, sliced
6 green onions, sliced
1 carrot, cut into julienne strips
Salt
Black pepper
Soy sauce
1/2 pound chicken breast strips
1/2 pound skirt steak
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and de-veined
1/2 pound Cajun sausage
Assorted chiles (recommended: habanero, pasilla, Anaheim, jalapeno), roasted
1 lime, juiced
Guacamole, recipe follows
Salsa, recipe follows
4 avocados, mashed
1 tomato, diced
1 white onion, diced
2 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro leaves
1 lime, juiced
2 teaspoons finely grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon hot sauce
Salt
Pepper
4 tomatoes
2 white onions
2 chiles (recommended: habanero, pasilla, Anaheim, yellow, or jalapeno), roasted
Olive oil
Black pepper
Chili powder
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Cumin
Garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables, season with salt, pepper, and soy sauce, to taste, and saute until tender yet still crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove vegetables from skillet and reserve.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken, steak, shrimp, and sausage; it is best to select a different area of the grill for each, as they all have very different cooking times. As each is cooked through, remove from the grill, cut into strips, and reserve.
  • Heat the same large skillet until very hot and return the vegetables to the pan. Layer the assorted roasted chiles on top and then lay the meat on top of the chiles. Add the lime juice for that famous fajita sizzle and serve immediately with the Guacamole and Salsa.
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir mix well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Preheat a grill to high.
  • Coat the tomatoes, onions, and chiles in olive oil, black pepper, and chili powder, to taste. Blacken vegetables on the grill. Remove from the heat and then dice when cool enough to handle. Mix together in a bowl with the lime juice and cilantro. Season, to taste, with cumin, garlic salt, and additional pepper and chili powder.

FABULOUS FAJITAS



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I've enjoyed cooking since I was a girl growing up in the Southwest. When friends call to ask me for new recipes to try, I suggest these flavorful fajitas. It's wonderful to put the beef in the slow cooker before church and come home to a hot delicious main dish. -Janie Reitz, Rochester, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large sweet red pepper, julienned
1 large onion, julienned
8 mini flour tortillas (5 inches)
Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro leaves, sliced jalapeno pepper and avocado

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown steak in oil over medium heat. Place steak and drippings in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt, chili powder and red pepper flakes. , Cover and cook on high until meat is almost tender, 2 hours. Add red pepper and onion; cover and cook until meat and vegetables are tender, 1 hour. , Warm tortillas according to package directions; spoon beef and vegetables down the center. Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 337mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the chicken or steak against the grain. This will help the meat cook evenly and tenderize it. - Marinate the chicken or steak for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic, and salt. This will infuse the meat with flavor and make it more tender. - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken or steak and cook until browned on all sides. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking until the meat is cooked through. - While the meat is cooking, prepare the spicy coleslaw. Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño peppers in a large bowl. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, honey, and cumin in a small bowl until smooth. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. - Serve the fajitas with the spicy coleslaw, warm tortillas, and your favorite toppings such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

This recipe for fajitas with spicy coleslaw is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The chicken or steak is tender and flavorful, the coleslaw is creamy and spicy, and the combination of flavors is simply irresistible. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that is sure to impress, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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