Description
Sizzling protein-packed steak fajita bowl brings Mexican-inspired magic to dinner tables with robust flavors and colorful ingredients. Perfectly seasoned steak, zesty peppers, and cilantro-lime rice create a nourishing meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 g) flank steak or skirt steak, sliced thinly against the grain
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Accompaniments:
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup (185 g) cooked brown rice (or white rice for a lighter option)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blend aromatic spices in a compact mixing vessel, creating a vibrant seasoning profile that will infuse the sliced steak with robust flavors.
- Massage the spice mixture thoroughly into the meat, ensuring complete coverage and allowing the proteins to absorb the intricate blend of chili, cumin, paprika, garlic, and onion notes.
- Allow the seasoned steak to rest at room temperature, permitting the spices to penetrate deeply and tenderize the meat for approximately 10 minutes.
- While the meat marinates, prepare the accompanying ingredients, chopping fresh vegetables and setting up cooking stations for optimal efficiency.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle to high temperature, creating an ideal surface for searing the marinated steak and developing a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Cook the steak in batches, ensuring each slice receives direct heat contact, which will produce a beautifully charred and juicy result.
- Remove the steak when it reaches desired doneness, letting it rest momentarily to redistribute internal juices and maintain maximum tenderness.
- In the same skillet, quickly sauté bell peppers and onions until they develop slight char marks and remain crisp-tender.
- Assemble the bowl by layering warm rice, placed strategically as a foundational element.
- Arrange the seared steak and sautéed vegetables atop the rice, creating an visually appealing and appetizing presentation.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and optional accompaniments like avocado or sour cream to enhance the final dish.
Notes
- Marinate steak longer for deeper flavor infusion, allowing spices to penetrate the meat thoroughly and create a more intense taste profile.
- Opt for lean cuts like sirloin or flank steak to reduce fat content while maintaining protein-rich nutrition for fitness enthusiasts.
- Swap traditional rice with cauliflower rice for a low-carb, keto-friendly alternative that keeps the dish light and nutritionally balanced.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottom pan to achieve perfect sear and caramelization on the steak, locking in juices and enhancing overall flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg