Best 5 Garlic Lime Flank Steak Fajitas Recipes

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**Garlic Lime Flank Steak Fajitas: A Burst of Citrusy and Savory Delight**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the Garlic Lime Flank Steak Fajitas, a culinary journey that promises a fiesta of zesty and savory sensations. This delectable dish features tender flank steak marinated in a vibrant blend of garlic, lime, and spices, grilled to perfection and sliced into thin strips. Nestled in warm tortillas, these succulent steak fajitas are complemented by an array of colorful toppings, such as sautéed bell peppers and onions, juicy tomatoes, creamy guacamole, and tangy salsa. Drizzle some sour cream and sprinkle cotija cheese for an extra layer of richness. Savor the harmonious symphony of flavors in every bite, as the citrusy brightness of lime mingles with the aromatic garlic and savory steak, creating a culinary masterpiece that will transport your taste buds to a Mexican fiesta. Whether it's a casual family dinner or a lively gathering with friends, these garlic lime flank steak fajitas are sure to be the star of the show, leaving your guests craving for more.

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EASY FLANK STEAK FAJITAS



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Marinated steak strips and flavorful veggies make a delicious fajita filling--perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 1h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound beef flank steak, trimmed of fat
¼ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil
2 red, yellow or green sweet peppers (or combination), thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 (6- to 7-inch) flour tortillas
⅓ tablespoon Guacamole, salsa, and/or sour cream

Steps:

  • Place steak in a large resealable plastic bag. Add lime juice, vegetable oil, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper to the steak in bag. Seal bag; turn to coat steak.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Drain meat; discard marinade. Center meat on a sheet (12x18 inches) of Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil. Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to seal packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Center sweet peppers, onion, and garlic on another sheet (12x18 inches) of heavy duty aluminum foil. Repeat steps above to make another foil packet.
  • Wrap tortillas tightly in heavy duty aluminum foil.
  • Bake meat and vegetable foil packets 30 to 35 minutes or until meat is desired doneness (145 degrees F for medium rare) and vegetables are tender, adding tortillas to the oven for the last 10 minutes of baking or until heated through.
  • Open packets carefully by cutting along top fold with a sharp knife, allowing steam to escape; then open top of foil packet. Thinly slice the meat.
  • Fill warm tortillas with meat and pepper mixture to serve. If desired, top with guacamole, salsa, and/or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 756.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

GARLIC-LIME FLANK STEAK FAJITAS



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These fresh and flavorful steak fajitas, marinated in lime juice, garlic and Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix, are served with grilled peppers and onions for a quick and complete meal that's totally restaurant quality (but value priced!). The cost-effective flank steak can be marinated up to ten hours ahead, so this is also a delicious way to get ahead of a busy day. When dinner rolls around, all it takes is a little chopping and a hot grill pan (or grill, if you've got one) to cook up this succulent and bright meal. Oh, and did we mention, this recipe comes in at 330 calories per serving? So what are you waiting for? Dinner awaits!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/3 lb beef flank steak, trimmed of visible fat
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/4 cup lime juice
2 large red or yellow bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch strips (about 3 cups)
1 cup sliced onions
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 (8-inch) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (from 11.5-oz package), heated as directed on package
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, sliced green onions, avocado slices, sour cream and lime slices, as desired

Steps:

  • Place beef in large, resealable food-storage plastic bag. In small bowl, mix taco seasoning mix, brown sugar, garlic, ground red pepper and lime juice. Pour marinade over beef. Seal bag; refrigerate, and marinate 8 to 10 hours.
  • In medium bowl, mix bell peppers, onions, oil, cumin, coriander and salt; set aside.
  • Spray 12- to 13-inch round grill pan with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Remove beef from marinade, and place in pan; discard any remaining marinade. Cook 10 to 20 minutes, turning once, until instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of steak reads 135°F (for medium). Transfer steak to cutting board; tent with foil, and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in grill pan, cook pepper and onion mixture 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender and browned.
  • Cut steak across grain at angle into thin slices. To serve, place beef and vegetables down center of warmed tortillas. Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

GRILLED TEQUILA-GARLIC-LIME FLANK STEAK



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"Flank steak has a large surface area, which means you get more of a Maillard reaction -- that?s a fancy term for browning -- and more flavor," says Guy.

Provided by Guy Fieri

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup roughly chopped garlic (about 3 heads)
3/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 8 large limes)
1/2 cup silver tequila
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves and stems roughly chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 serrano chile pepper, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 to 2 pounds flank steak

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, lime juice, tequila, soy sauce, cilantro, peppers, black pepper and cumin in a resealable gallon-size plastic bag. Add the steak and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Remove from the refrigerator and let marinate at room temperature another 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Remove the steak from the marinade. Put the marinade in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, then strain and reserve.
  • Place the steak on the grill. Cook for 4 minutes, turn 180 degrees and cook for 3 more minutes (to create crosshatch grill marks). Flip and finish cooking for 3 to 6 minutes, depending on desired doneness. Remove from the grill to a cutting board and let rest, loosely covered with foil, for 5 minutes.
  • Slice the steak against the grain and serve immediately with the reserved marinade.

GRILLED TEQUILA GARLIC LIME FLANK STEAK



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup roughly chopped garlic (about 3 bulbs)
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 8 large limes)
1/2 cup clear tequila
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 bunch roughly chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 serrano pepper, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 1/2 to 2 pounds flank steak
12 corn tortillas, wrapped in foil
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 bunch radishes, cleaned, ends cut and sliced
1/3 cup grated queso fresco cheese
2 ripe avocados, seeded and sliced
3 vine ripened tomatoes, sliced in wedges
Hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, lime juice, tequila, soy sauce, cilantro, peppers, cumin and black pepper in a resealable plastic gallon bag. Add the steak and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Remove from the refrigerator, and let marinate at room temperature another 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Prepare a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Put the marinade in small saucepot and bring to a boil. Then strain and reserve.
  • Put the tortillas on the corner of the grill and flip the package a few times to heat through while the steak is cooking
  • Place the steak on the grill. Cook for 4 minutes, turn 180 degrees, and cook for 3 minutes more (to create cross grill marks). Flip over and finish cooking for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on desired doneness. Remove from the grill to a cutting board and let rest, lightly covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Slice against the grain, and serve immediately with the reserved marinade, garnishes, tortillas and hot sauce.

FLANK STEAK FAJITAS



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"Our family loves Mexican food, and this is one of our favorites," says Twila Burkholder from Middleburg, Pennsylvania. The slow cooker tenderizes the flank steak for these filling fajitas, which have just the right amount of spice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 to 2 pounds beef flank steak, cut into thin strips
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or parsley
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium green pepper, julienned
8 to 10 flour tortillas (7 to 8 inches)
Sour cream, salsa and shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place beef in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, chili powder, cumin and salt; pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours. , Stir in red and green peppers. Cook 1 hour longer or until meat and peppers are tender. Thicken juices if desired., Using a slotted spoon, place about 1/2 cup beef mixture down the center of each tortilla; fold sides over filling. Serve with sour cream, salsa and cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to slice the flank steak against the grain. This will help to tenderize the meat and make it easier to chew.
  • Marinate the flank steak for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will help to infuse the steak with flavor and make it even more tender.
  • Cook the flank steak over high heat until it is cooked to your desired doneness. Be careful not to overcook the steak, or it will become tough.
  • Serve the flank steak with your favorite fajita toppings, such as grilled onions, peppers, and guacamole.
  • Enjoy your delicious garlic lime flank steak fajitas!

Conclusion:

Garlic lime flank steak fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The flank steak is marinated in a flavorful mixture of garlic, lime, and spices, then grilled to perfection. The steak is served with a variety of toppings, such as grilled onions, peppers, and guacamole. Garlic lime flank steak fajitas are a great way to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal with friends and family.

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