Get ready to ignite your taste buds with our Fiery Sizzle: Steak Fajita Bowls! These bowls are a vibrant mix of juicy, sizzling steak strips, colorful bell peppers, and onions, all served over a bed of fluffy rice. Drizzled with a zesty sauce and garnished with fresh toppings, these bowls offer a feast for the senses, perfect for a lively dinner or a fulfilling lunch.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 30 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Serves: 4
- Serving size: 1 bowl
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fat: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fiber: 3g
Ingredients
- Sirloin steak, thinly sliced: 500g (1.1 lbs or 17.6 oz)
- Bell peppers, various colors, sliced: 3 medium (about 450g or 1 lb)
- Onion, sliced: 1 large (about 150g or 5.3 oz)
- Cooked rice: 4 cups (about 740g or 26 oz)
- Olive oil: 30ml (2 tbsp)
- Fajita seasoning: 15g (0.5 oz)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped: for garnish
- Lime wedges: for garnish
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, shredded cheese
Detailed Method of Preparation
- Season Steak: Toss the steak slices with fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook Steak: Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the steak and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onion until tender and slightly charred.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice into bowls. Top with steak, bell peppers, and onions.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with lime wedges. Add other toppings as desired.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy the sizzling taste.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Slice the steak against the grain for tenderness.
- Preheat the skillet for a good sear on the steak.
- Customize with your favorite fajita toppings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use chicken instead of steak?
Yes, chicken can be used as a substitute.
How can I make this dish low-carb?
Serve over cauliflower rice or a bed of greens instead.
Can I prepare this ahead of time?
Yes, but it's best served fresh for the sizzle effect.
What's the best way to reheat leftovers?
Reheat in a skillet to maintain the texture.