Steak Fajitas (Citrus Garlic Chile Marinated Skirt Steak)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 0
Steak Fajitas marinated in Citrus Garlic Chile
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

4 hours 18 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon orange zest
1 tablespoon grated lemon , rind of
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon ground arbol chile ( or chile powder )
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 lbs skirt steaks ( or flank steak )
6 soft flour tortillas , warmed
pico de gallo
sour cream ( for garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
390
Sugar
2g
Fat
17g
Steak fajitas are a classic Tex-Mex dish that have gained popularity all over the world. The skirt steak is marinated in a combination of citrus, garlic, and chile powder to make it tender and flavorful. The steak is then served on warm flour tortillas with traditional toppings like pico de gallo and sour cream. Fajitas are a fun and easy meal to make, perfect for a casual dinner with friends or a family gathering.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, whisk together orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, chile powder, and salt until well combined.
2.Place the skirt steaks in a resealable bag, pour the marinade over the steaks, and seal the bag. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3.Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the steaks from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade.
4.Grill the steak for 3-4 minutes per side, or until desired degree of doneness is reached. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
5.Slice the steak thinly against the grain and serve on warmed flour tortillas with pico de gallo and sour cream on top.

PROS

The steak is bursting with flavor thanks to the combination of citrus and chile in the marinade.

Fajitas are a great meal to make for a crowd, as everyone can assemble their own.

CONS

Skirt steak can be tough if not sliced thinly against the grain.

Sour cream is high in fat and calories and may not be suitable for all diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Skirt steak is a good source of protein and iron.
The citrus in the marinade provides a dose of vitamin C, while garlic has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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