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Fajita Tacos

Cultural Context

Fajita tacos originated in the Tex-Mex cuisine of the United States, drawing inspiration from traditional Mexican grilled meats. Originally made with skirt steak, they became popular in the 1970s and are now a staple at cookouts and family gatherings. The vibrant mix of grilled meats and vegetables wrapped in a soft tortilla reflects the lively spirit of Mexican cuisine. Today, variations abound, with many opting for chicken or shrimp, making fajita tacos a beloved dish across the globe.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound beef skirt
1 pound chicken breast
1 pound tenderized flank steak
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 small avocados
1 lime
1 roma tomato
small piece of onion
1 jalapeno
1 clove garlic
fresh cilantro
salt
cracked pepper
4 scallions

flank steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: crema

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

taco shells

🥗Healthier: lettuce wraps

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Lettuce wraps reduce carbs, while corn tortillas are budget-friendly.

shredded cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cheese spread

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Prepare marinade for 2 pounds of meat, using a large dish or ziploc bag.

2

Marinate 1 pound of tenderized flank steak overnight.

3

Preheat pan or grill for cooking.

4

Add a couple tablespoons of cooking oil to the preheated pan.

5

Cook the marinated flank steak to desired doneness, flipping as needed.

6

Place cooked meat on a baking sheet and cover with another baking sheet to create a hot box for resting.

7

Let the meat rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

8

Prepare guacamole by mashing 2 small avocados in a bowl.

9

Add chopped roma tomato, jalapeno, cilantro, salt, cracked pepper, and lime juice to the mashed avocado and mix.

10

Garnish tacos with a mix of fresh roma tomato and chopped scallions.

11

Slice the rested meat and assemble tacos.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingsautéingslicingassembling

Equipment Needed

panbaking sheetmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

FajitasTacos de Fajita
Local Name: Tacos de fajita

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