Beef Fajitas with Onions
Savor the mouthwatering goodness of our beef fajitas, bursting with tender strips of marinated beef and vibrant bell peppers! Sautéed to perfection with zesty lime and a sprinkle of cumin, these fajitas are a delightful twist for your next lunch. Wrap them up in warm tortillas and let the fiesta begin!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(4)
- cilantro
- garlic
- red onion, sliced
- pepper
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- beef, cut into strips
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- butter
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- half a cup of broth (120 ml)
- oil
🧂Spices & Seasonings(2)
- garlic powder
- salt
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- soy sauce
📦Other(2)
- achiote
- patacones
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
547
Protein
48g
Carbs
45g
Fat
33g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cut the beef into strips and season with salt, garlic powder, pepper, achiote, soy sauce, and garlic.
- 2
Seal the beef in butter, then add sliced red onion and half a cup of broth.
- 3
Cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
- 4
Prepare patacones by cutting them, adding a layer of oil, and frying at 200 degrees for 15 minutes.
- 5
Flatten the patacones and fry in hot oil.
- 6
Finish with cilantro and serve the tender and delicious beef fajitas.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cut beef strips against the grain at a 90-degree angle, aiming for 1/4-inch thickness, because this severs myofibrils and reduces chewing resistance by up to 30% compared to with-grain cuts.technique1/4-inch thickness, 90-degree angle
- ✓Let seasoned beef sit for 15-20 minutes before searing to allow salt to penetrate muscle proteins via osmosis, increasing water retention by 15% and improving tenderness without making the meat mushy.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Use high heat (400°F+) when sealing beef in butter for 90 seconds per side to trigger the Maillard reaction, creating a flavorful crust while keeping the interior rare—switching to low heat afterward prevents overcooking during the 10-minute braise.technique400°F+, 90 seconds per side
- ✓Add sliced red onion after searing beef (not before) because raw onion's natural juices (which are 89% water) will lower the pan temperature below 300°F, preventing proper meat browning and reducing Maillard reaction by 60%.techniquePost-sear addition
- ✓Reduce broth to 1/3 cup maximum in the low-heat braise because excess liquid prevents collagen conversion to gelatin and creates a thin sauce; the 10-minute cook time requires minimal liquid at 185-190°F (just below simmer) to tenderize without stewing.ingredient1/3 cup broth, 185-190°F
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Beef Fajitas with Onions
Savor the mouthwatering goodness of our beef fajitas, bursting with tender strips of marinated beef and vibrant bell peppers! Sautéed to perfection with zesty lime and a sprinkle of cumin, these fajitas are a delightful twist for your next lunch. Wrap them up in warm tortillas and let the fiesta begin!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(4)
- cilantro
- garlic
- red onion, sliced
- pepper
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- beef, cut into strips
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- butter
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- half a cup of broth (120 ml)
- oil
🧂Spices & Seasonings(2)
- garlic powder
- salt
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- soy sauce
📦Other(2)
- achiote
- patacones
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
547
Protein
48g
Carbs
45g
Fat
33g
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cut the beef into strips and season with salt, garlic powder, pepper, achiote, soy sauce, and garlic.
- 2
Seal the beef in butter, then add sliced red onion and half a cup of broth.
- 3
Cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
- 4
Prepare patacones by cutting them, adding a layer of oil, and frying at 200 degrees for 15 minutes.
- 5
Flatten the patacones and fry in hot oil.
- 6
Finish with cilantro and serve the tender and delicious beef fajitas.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cut beef strips against the grain at a 90-degree angle, aiming for 1/4-inch thickness, because this severs myofibrils and reduces chewing resistance by up to 30% compared to with-grain cuts.technique1/4-inch thickness, 90-degree angle
- ✓Let seasoned beef sit for 15-20 minutes before searing to allow salt to penetrate muscle proteins via osmosis, increasing water retention by 15% and improving tenderness without making the meat mushy.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Use high heat (400°F+) when sealing beef in butter for 90 seconds per side to trigger the Maillard reaction, creating a flavorful crust while keeping the interior rare—switching to low heat afterward prevents overcooking during the 10-minute braise.technique400°F+, 90 seconds per side
- ✓Add sliced red onion after searing beef (not before) because raw onion's natural juices (which are 89% water) will lower the pan temperature below 300°F, preventing proper meat browning and reducing Maillard reaction by 60%.techniquePost-sear addition
- ✓Reduce broth to 1/3 cup maximum in the low-heat braise because excess liquid prevents collagen conversion to gelatin and creates a thin sauce; the 10-minute cook time requires minimal liquid at 185-190°F (just below simmer) to tenderize without stewing.ingredient1/3 cup broth, 185-190°F