Easy Steak Fajitas

Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Easy
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Prep Time

10 minutes plus marinade time
Cook Time

15-20 minutes
Serv Size

4-6 servings

Delicious steak fajitas are surprisingly easy to make at home, bursting with juicy marinated steak, sweet peppers, and sizzling skillet flavor that rivals your favorite restaurant — only better.

Directions

These easy homemade steak fajitas are bursting with bold, fresh flavor — tender citrus‑marinated steak, sweet lightly caramelized peppers and onions, and just the right kick of heat all wrapped in warm tortillas. The marinade does all the heavy lifting, and the cooking process is quick: sear the steak, let it rest, sauté the veggies, then toss everything together for that classic sizzling finish. It’s a simple, colorful weeknight dinner that tastes as if it came straight off a restaurant skillet, but with half the effort and all the flavor.

Step1

In a small bowl whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons orange juice, 3 tablespoons neutral oil, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper if you want heat.

Step2

Place the steak in a shallow dish or a large zip‑top bag. Pour the mixture over the steak, making sure it’s fully coated, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.

Step3

Heat a large skillet over medium‑high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Cook the marinated steak until browned and cooked through, then transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest while you cook the vegetables.

Step4

Add the sliced bell peppers, onions, and jalapeños to the same pan and sauté until tender‑crisp and lightly caramelized, about 5–6 minutes. Once the steak has rested, slice it thinly and return it to the pan, tossing everything together for a final minute so the flavors meld. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.

Step5

Enjoy!

Step6

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Conclusion

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Ingredients

For Steak and Marinade

For Fajitas & Serving