Homemade Fajitas

flank steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken breast is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

bell peppers

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed peppers

Frozen mixed peppers can be more budget-friendly.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas offer more fiber, while corn tortillas are often cheaper.

Slice one white onion into small pieces.

Chop four bell peppers (1 red, 2 green, 1 yellow), one Anaheim pepper, and one jalapeno pepper finely.

Heat an electric wok over medium-high heat and add 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil.

Add the sliced onion and chopped bell peppers to the wok and sauté until they are tender-crisp.

Cut the beef strips into smaller pieces if necessary and add them to the vegetables in the wok.

In a separate bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of corn starch, 1/4 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, and 2 teaspoons of chili powder.

Once the vegetables are softened, add the beef to the wok and stir.

Sprinkle the mixed spices over the meat and vegetables in the wok.

Add about 1/4 cup of water to the mixture and stir to combine.

Let the mixture simmer until the beef is cooked through and browned.

Serve the fajitas in flour tortillas with optional toppings like guacamole, salsa, and additional jalapenos.

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