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Mexican Steak Fajitas Recipe

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In Steak Fajitas, tender strips of sirloin pick up plenty of spicy flavor from a marinade seasoned with cayenne pepper and cumin. "These colorful sandwiches are speedy and satisfying," says Shirley Hilger of Lincoln, Nebraska.

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Mexican Steak Fajitas Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 4-6 Servings

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Ingredients

1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup white vinegar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
4 to 6 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed
Shredded cheddar cheese, picante sauce and sour cream, optional

Directions

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the orange juice, vinegar, garlic and seasonings; add the beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; set aside. In a skillet, saute onion and peppers in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender; remove and set aside.
Drain and discard marinade. In the same skillet, cook beef in remaining oil for 2-4 minutes or until it reaches desired doneness. Return vegetables to pan; heat through. Spoon meat and vegetables onto tortillas. If desired, top with cheese and serve with picante sauce and sour cream. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Originally published as Steak Fajitas in Taste of Home April/May 2001, p9

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Reviewed on Dec. 04, 2012 by ldaluz

I couldn't believe how good these where! They were very tasty.

Reviewed on May. 10, 2012 by qgal

Excellent ! easy, fast and sooooo good ! kids and adults loved it !! it is a keeper that will be made often :)

Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2011 by s_pants

These were good and great for last minute needs, but I really liked these http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Steak-Fajitas better.

Reviewed on Oct. 02, 2011 by lovecooker

This was GGGGGRRRRRRREEEEEEAAATTT!!!!!!!!!! The only thing I did different was let the meat marinate for a few hours only because I did not feel like cooking at the time. Nascar fan GO88

Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2011 by LaFrenierM

A*M*A*Z*I*N*G!!!!! We made it w/ chicken but will be trying steak next time!

Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2011 by JennSkalsky

My family loved these Fajitas!!! I would say they now rank this their favorite!!! :)

Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2010 by mrs_tigger

I finally found something that is better than a packet!!!!!

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2010 by ginarie23

Awesome flavor! This is a favorite dish of mine.

Reviewed on Jan. 08, 2010 by marciedarcie

Trying to eat healthier without losing flavor and this was the perfect recipe. My husband and I loved it. We used whole grain tortillas and the flavor of the meat and veggies were so good we didnt even miss our regular flour/fat tortillas.