Vegetable-Beef Fajitas

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 10
Vegetable-Beef Fajitas with Soy Sauce and Brown sugar
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium jalapeno pepper , seeds and stem removed
2 cloves garlic
1 medium red bell pepper , seeded , halved lengthwise
1 medium green bell pepper , seeded , halved lengthwise
2 medium onions , halved lengthwise
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
3 teaspoons olive oil
1 lb beef flank steak , siced across the grain
6 flour tortillas , warmed slightly according to package directions

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
356
Sugar
6g
Fat
12g
Fajitas are a Mexican dish that has gained immense popularity in the United States. The recipe blends flavors of peppers, onions, beef, and spices, creating a filling and nutritious meal that you can cook in a single pan. If you're someone who loves trying new dinner recipes, this dish is perfect. They're full of flavor, filling, and can be served with tortillas, rice, or your favorite side dish. The best part about Fajitas is that you can customize them to your liking, whether you prefer chicken, shrimp, or vegetarian fajitas.

Instructions

1.In a blender, mix jalapeno pepper and garlic until minced.
2.Add both the bell peppers and blend until sliced lengthwise.
3.In a large bowl, mix onions, water, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, chili powder, and cumin until combined.
4.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef and stir until it becomes brown. Transfer the beef to a plate, and then pour the bell pepper mixture into the skillet. Stir until the vegetables are tender-crisp, but not soggy.
5.Return the beef and any accumulated juice to the skillet. Cook until heated through.
6.Wrap tortillas in foil and place into the oven heated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes until warmed.
7.Divide the beef mixture evenly among the tortillas. Roll up tortillas, tucking in the ends. SerVe immediately.

PROS

A delicious and hearty dish that blends beef with peppers and onions for a filling meal.
The fajitas pack a ton of flavor in a dish that’s easy to make.
They’re perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or serve at your next party for a crowd-pleaser.

The meat is a great source of protein, and the peppers and onions offer a healthy dose of vitamin C and antioxidants.

CONS

The fajitas aren’t vegetarian and the beef may be a turn off for some people.
The recipe needs a bit of time to prep and cook, so it’s not ideal if you’re in a hurry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eating a beef dish like fajitas can help you boost your daily protein intake, which helps your body build and repair muscle tissue. The peppers in the recipe contain antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which strengthen eye and vision health. The soy sauce is also known to reduce hypertension, lowers bad cholesterol, and promotes the immune system.

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