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fajitas by sallye

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
sallye bates
@grandedame
Austin, TX

Skirt steak is one of the least tender cuts of beef. Fajitas take that intrinsically tough meat and make it a tender succulent meal through judicious use of spices and cooking in true Tex-Mex tradition. Of course, you can also use this same recipe with chicken thighs or breasts as the meat.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 -6
prep time 8 Hr
cook time 20 Min
method Grill

Ingredients For fajitas by sallye

  • 2 lb
    beef skirt steak
  • 1/2 c
    olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp
    lime or lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp
    wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    thyme (whole if available)
  • 1 tsp
    chili powder
  • 1 tsp
    oregano
  • 2 Tbsp
    minced dried onion
  • 1 tsp
    cumin
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1 md
    green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 md
    red or yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 md
    white onion, sliced
  • 1-2 Tbsp
    liquid smoke (mesquite or hickory is nice)
  • 1 md
    jalapeno pepper, thin sliced (optional)
  • 1 c
    shredded mexican blend cheese

How To Make fajitas by sallye

  • 1
    You can substitute chicken, pork, flat iron or flank steak for the skirt steak,,,,,You can also cook in a heavy skillet (cast iron is great) if you don't have a grill.
  • 2
    Combine oil, lemon juice, vinegar, water and all the spices in a mixing bowl. Whisk until mixture is well blended and smooth
  • 3
    Place meat in a ziplock bag Pour spice mixture over the meat in the bag and zip the bag up tightly. Place in refrigerator for 6-8 hours, turning every few hours so all parts of meat are marinated
  • 4
    About one hour before you are ready to cook, cut up the peppers and onions. Peel and quarter the onions, then cut into thin wedges. Cut peppers in half, remove core, membranes and seeds then cut into thin wedges. Place the onions and peppers in the ziplock bag with the meat and marinade.
  • 5
    When ready to cook, remove from fridge and allow to set about 15 minutes before cooking Place meat on grill and cook over hot coals about 10 minutes turning once. If using skillet, cook about 5-7 minutes per side over medium high heat Remove from grill or skillet, cover with foil and allow to rest for about 10 minutes. While cooked meat is resting, grill the peppers and onions about 5-10 minutes, checking often to keep them from burning Remove from grill to serving dish
  • 6
    Serve with flour tortillas, salsa, queso, guacomale and/or other condiments such as sliced jalapenos and cheese. Oh yeah, and plenty of napkins. Enjoy.
  • 7
    Sides you might want to serve with the fajitas. https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/side/rice-side/spanish-rice-made-easy-sallye.html?p=1 https://www.justapinch.com/search/recipes?m=grandedame&k=charro+beans+ https://www.justapinch.com/search/recipes?m=grandedame&k=muy+bueno+salsa
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