What makes fajitas with beef a good choice?
This version of Fajitas with Beef is great because it uses mince which cooks very quickly and stays juicy. It is a budget friendly way to enjoy a classic Mexican inspired dish without needing expensive steak. The spices mix well with the meat to ensure every bite is packed with flavour. You only need one large pan to cook everything which makes the cleanup much easier after dinner.
A step-by-step guide to fajitas with beef
Prepare vegetables: Peel the onion and slice it into thin strips. Wash the peppers and cut them into similar sized pieces after removing the seeds. Keep the vegetables separate from the meat until you are ready to cook.
Brown the meat: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the beef and cook it until it is fully browned and no longer pink. Break up any large lumps with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
Add spices: Stir in the salt, cumin and paprika to season the meat well. Add the sliced onions and peppers to the pan and continue to cook for about five minutes. The vegetables should be soft but still have a bit of a crunch.
Serve: Warm the tortillas in a microwave or a dry pan for a few seconds. Spoon the beef mixture into the middle of each wrap. Top with your preferred extras and serve the Fajitas with Beef while they are still hot.
Tips and tricks for fajitas with beef
To get the best result with Fajitas with Beef, make sure your pan is quite hot before adding the ingredients. This helps to sear the meat and give the vegetables a nice colour. If you prefer a bit of heat, you can add a pinch of chilli flakes or some chopped fresh chillies. Using beef mince instead of steak makes the dish much easier for young children to eat.
You can also squeeze some fresh lime juice over the pan at the very end to brighten the flavours. Make sure not to overcook the peppers as they taste best when they still have some texture. If you have leftovers, the beef mixture keeps well in the fridge for two days and tastes great in a salad bowl. This Fajitas with Beef recipe is very flexible so you can add extra vegetables to bulk it out.
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