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Sizzling Skirt Steak Fajitas
2 hrs 4 servings Easy
This recipe uses Short Plate beef — specifically Skirt Steak (1-2 lbs).
Learn more about all Short Plate cuts and cooking methods →
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
2 hrs
The sizzle, the aroma, the smoke — nothing announces 'dinner's ready' quite like a cast-iron skillet of fajitas arriving at the table. Skirt steak's loose grain and beefy flavor make it the only authentic choice for this Tex-Mex classic.
What Ingredients Do You Need?
- 2 lbs Skirt steak
- 3 Bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 2 Onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 1 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 8-12 Flour tortillas
- for serving Sour cream, guacamole, salsa
How Do You Make Sizzling Skirt Steak Fajitas?
- 1
Marinate
Marinate steak in lime, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and oil for 1-2 hours.
- 2
Grill steak
Grill over very high heat, 3-4 minutes per side. Rest 5 minutes, then slice thin against the grain.
- 3
Char vegetables
Cook peppers and onions over high heat until charred but still crisp.
- 4
Serve sizzling
Serve steak and vegetables on a hot cast-iron platter. Provide warm tortillas and toppings.
What Are the Pro Tips for This Recipe?
- 💡 Heat the serving platter in the oven — that's what creates the dramatic sizzle.
