Steak Fajitas
Juicy flank steak with charred peppers and onions, seasoned with smoky cumin and lime. A Tex-Mex classic.
Juicy flank steak with charred peppers and onions, seasoned with smoky cumin and lime. A Tex-Mex classic.
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Season steak with spices, lime juice, and oil. Rest at room temperature 15 minutes.
Sear steak on a very hot grill or cast-iron pan, 4-5 minutes per side for medium. Rest 5 minutes.
While steak rests, cook peppers and onions in a hot skillet with oil until charred, 4-5 minutes.
Slice steak against the grain into thin strips.
Serve on warm tortillas with peppers, onions, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.
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Each serving of Steak Fajitas delivers 38g of protein at 480 calories β that's 13 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 32% of total calories in this dish. The 32g of carbohydrates per serving provide energy for training, making this a well-rounded meal both pre- and post-workout. The 22g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
Steak Fajitas is a quick recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 38g of protein and 480 calories β ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. Steak Fajitas also freezes well β portion into individual freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Batch cooking a double or triple portion on the weekend means you have 38g-protein meals ready throughout the week with zero daily effort.
Season and dry-brine the steak in the fridge (uncovered on a rack) up to 24 hours ahead for better crust. Sear and rest just before serving β steak reheats poorly.
Swap heavy cream for coconut cream (dairy-free) or half-and-half (lighter). The sauce will be thinner but still delicious. Greek yogurt stirred in at the end also works.
Pat the steak completely dry before cooking β surface moisture is the enemy of a crust. Use a cast-iron pan and preheat it 3-4 minutes until smoking hot. Add oil, then steak. Don't move it until it releases naturally (about 2-3 min).
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BoBo ChefFitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.