Description

Quick and easy air fryer steak fajitas with tender steak strips, perfectly charred peppers and onions, ready in under 25 minutes. A hands-off, flavorful meal perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, thinly sliced against the grain
2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced into thin strips
1 large yellow or white onion, sliced thicker than peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning (chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, pinch of cayenne)
1 tablespoon lime juice (fresh preferred)
2 garlic cloves, minced
Optional toppings: fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, warm tortillas

Instructions

Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain into strips about 1/4-inch thick. Slice bell peppers and onions into similar-sized strips. Mince garlic.
In a bowl, toss the steak strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil, fajita seasoning, minced garlic, and half the lime juice. Coat every piece well. Set aside to marinate while prepping veggies.
In a separate bowl, toss the sliced peppers and onions with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
Place the steak strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through. Aim for medium rare to medium doneness.
Add the seasoned veggies to the basket with the steak. Air fry together for another 5-6 minutes until veggies are tender and slightly charred, shaking the basket once or twice.
Transfer steak and veggies to a serving dish. Squeeze the remaining lime juice over the top and toss gently. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and desired toppings.

Notes

Slice steak against the grain for tenderness. Marinate steak for at least 10 minutes to boost flavor. Cook in a single layer to avoid steaming. Shake basket halfway through cooking for even crisping. Let steak rest 5 minutes after cooking to lock in juices. Adjust cooking times based on air fryer model and steak thickness. Fresh lime juice is preferred for best flavor. If no air fryer, use a cast-iron skillet or oven roasting at 425°F for 15-20 minutes.

Prep Time: 14 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4
Calories: 320
Fat: 18
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 3
Protein: 28

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