Description
Juicy skillet steak fajitas packed with bold spices and colorful peppers, perfect for a quick low-carb meal. This keto-friendly dish is flavorful, satisfying, and easy to prepare in one pan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced steak and cook for 3–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, then sauté bell peppers and onion for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Return the cooked steak to the skillet and toss with the vegetables.
- Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve with lettuce wraps or low-carb tortillas for a keto-friendly option.
- You can substitute chicken or shrimp for steak if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add avocado or sour cream for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
