Description
A quick Tex-Mex classic with spiced ground beef, crisp bell peppers, and onions. Ready in 30 minutes using pantry staples, this easy weeknight recipe delivers smoky flavor and juicy texture in every bite.
Ingredients
Chili powder 2 tsp
Ground cumin 2 tsp
Smoked paprika 1 tsp
Garlic powder 1 tsp
Salt 1 tsp
Black pepper ½ tsp
Ground beef chuck 1 lb
Water 3 Tbsp
Cooking oil 1 Tbsp
Green bell pepper 1
Red/white onion 1 small
Cilantro 2 Tbsp
Lime 1
Flour tortillas 8
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper
Transfer seasoning to a labeled jar for storage
Heat skillet over medium-high heat
Add ground beef chuck and cook until browned (8-10 minutes)
Drain excess fat and return meat to skillet
Add seasoning mix and water, stir to combine
Remove beef and set aside
Add oil to skillet, sauté pepper and onion until tender (5-7 minutes)
Return beef and any juices to skillet, cook 2-3 minutes
Stir in chopped cilantro
Warm tortillas in microwave or on stovetop
Squeeze lime juice over mixture
Serve ½ cup filling per tortilla
Notes
Use any bell pepper color
Substitute parsley for cilantro if needed
Try whole wheat tortillas or lettuce wraps for variation
Meal prep: Store filling in airtight containers for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita with tortilla
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg