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Steak Fajitas

Quick and flavorful steak fajitas with bell peppers and onions, served with refried beans and a dollop of sour cream. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
550
Protein
35g
Steak Fajitas
comfortingquickMexicanbeeftendercrispyweeknightmain

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef steak (such as sirloin or flank)
  • 2 bell peppers
  • 1 onion
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
  • ½ cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice the 1 lb steak into thin strips and season with salt and pepper. Slice the 2 bell peppers and 1 onion into strips.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the steak in a single layer and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.

  3. 3

    In the same skillet, add the sliced peppers and onion. Cook over medium-high until softened and charred at edges, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Warm the 8 tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Heat the 1 can of refried beans in a small pot until hot, about 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve the steak and vegetables on tortillas with refried beans and a dollop of the 0.5 cup sour cream. Add chopped tomatoes or salsa if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Small pot

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