Best 2 Hearty Fajitas Recipes

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**Sizzling and flavorful, fajitas are a Tex-Mex classic that never fails to impress. This versatile dish features marinated grilled meat or vegetables, sizzling on a hot skillet, and served with a variety of toppings like guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and shredded cheese. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey with three mouthwatering fajita recipes that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic fajitas with tender skirt steak to flavorful vegetarian fajitas with roasted vegetables, and a unique seafood fajita with succulent shrimp and tilapia, we've got something for everyone. Get ready to fire up your grill and experience the sizzling goodness of fajitas!**

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HEARTY FAJITAS



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"When I need to get dinner on the table fast for my husband and three children, I fix these filling fajitas," relates Elaine Keith of Mineral Wells, West Virginia. "With beef, chicken and shrimp, they satisfy everyone's tastes. They're wonderful with Spanish rice," she adds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 14 fajitas.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound boneless beef top round steak, cut into strips
1/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
2 to 3 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
2 small onions, thinly sliced
2 to 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
14 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, stir-fry steak and chicken in oil. Add the shrimp, peppers, onions, tomatoes, chili powder and salt; cook until meat juices run clear and vegetables are crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook refried beans and cheese until cheese is melted. Spoon over tortillas; top with meat mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

FANTASTIC BEEF FAJITAS



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The first time I made these, my family couldn't get enough, so the next time I made a double batch. This is a favorite for me because it comes together so fast. It would be great for entertaining, too. -Marla Brenneman, Goshen, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound beef top sirloin steak or flank steak, trimmed and cut against the grain into 1/4-inch strips
MARINADE:
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
FAJITAS:
1/2 medium onion, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced into thin strips
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
8 flour tortilla shells, warmed
2 avocados, peeled and sliced
Salsa
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large resealable bag, combine marinade ingredients; add beef. Seal and refrigerate for 3-6 hours or overnight, turning several times. , Discard marinade. In a skillet, saute onion and pepper in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender; remove from pan. Pat steak strips dry with paper towels. Add remaining oil and saute meat until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Return vegetables to pan and heat through. , To assemble, place a spoonful of meat and vegetable mixture on a warmed tortilla and top with avocado, salsa and sour cream. Roll tortilla around filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731 calories, Fat 38g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your fajitas.
  • Marinate your meat for at least 30 minutes. This will help tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
  • Cook your meat over high heat. This will create a nice sear on the meat and lock in the juices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. If you do, the meat will not cook evenly.
  • Serve your fajitas immediately. This is when they are at their best.

Conclusion:

Fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a fajita feast that your friends and family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give fajitas a try.

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