Lupe Tortilla Fajita Recipe
This Lupe Tortilla Fajita Recipe brings all the bold, smoky, Tex-Mex flavors of the famous restaurant into your home kitchen. Juicy marinated skirt steak (or chicken), perfectly seared and paired with sautéed peppers and onions, wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with all your favorites. It's quick, customizable, and better than takeout!
Equipment
- Large cast iron skillet or grill pan
- Mixing bowls
- Cutting board & sharp knife
- Tongs
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Zip-top bag (for marinating)
- Foil or tortilla warmer (optional)
Ingredients
- For the Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs skirt steak or boneless chicken breasts/thighs
- Juice of 3 limes
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- For the Fajitas:
- 1 large onion sliced
- 2 bell peppers sliced (any colors)
- 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
- Flour tortillas warmed
- Optional Toppings:
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Pico de gallo
- Fresh cilantro
- Jalapeños
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Marinate the Meat
- In a mixing bowl or large zip-top bag, combine lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add your meat and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 6 hours for deeper flavor.
- Step 2: Sauté the Veggies
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for 6–8 minutes until softened and slightly charred. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: Cook the Meat
- Remove meat from marinade and pat dry slightly. In the same hot skillet, sear the steak or chicken for 3–4 minutes per side (steak medium rare) or until fully cooked through (chicken should reach 165°F internal temp). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Step 4: Warm the Tortillas
- While the meat rests, warm your tortillas on a dry skillet or wrap them in foil and heat in the oven for a few minutes.
- Step 5: Assemble and Serve
- Add sliced meat and sautéed veggies to tortillas. Top with your favorites like guacamole, sour cream, or pico de gallo. Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
Meat substitutes: You can also use flank steak, shrimp, or tofu for a different twist.
No time to marinate? Even 15 minutes of marination will boost the flavor!
Spice it up: Add crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the marinade for extra heat.
Meal prep friendly: Double the recipe and store leftovers for fajita bowls, tacos, or quesadillas later in the week.
Tortilla tip: Don’t skip warming the tortillas — it makes a huge difference in taste and texture.