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Malga Fane Fajitas Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or griddle
- Tongs

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil in a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
3. Add sliced flank steak to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Add remaining 1 tbsp. of olive oil to the skillet and add sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Add the cooked flank steak back to the skillet with the vegetables.
6. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the steak and vegetables and stir to combine.
7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until steak is cooked through and vegetables are coated in the spices.
8. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a griddle.
9. Serve the steak and vegetable mixture on the warm tortillas with optional toppings.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 450
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 35g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Flank steak can be substituted with chicken or shrimp.
- Bell peppers and onion can be substituted with any other vegetables of your choice.

Variations:
- Add sliced jalapenos for extra spice.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the steak and adding extra vegetables.

Tips and tricks:
- Slice the flank steak against the grain for a more tender result.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the steak and vegetables to ensure even cooking.
- Warm the tortillas in a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover steak and vegetable mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the steak and vegetable mixture in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the fajitas on a large platter with the tortillas and toppings arranged around the edges.

Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of Spanish rice and black beans.

Suggested side dishes:
- Spanish rice
- Black beans
- Corn on the cob

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the steak is tough, try marinating it in a mixture of lime juice, olive oil, and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the steak to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Fajitas originated in Texas in the 1930s and were traditionally made with skirt steak.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, smoky, savory

Serving suggestions:
- Serve with a cold beer or margarita for a refreshing pairing.

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Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Savory, Zesty, Herbal, Aromatic