Ready to try something different with your fajitas? Let me show you how to make Coffee-Marinated Flank Fajitas with Pico De Gallo.
It sounds a little wild, but trust me, the coffee gives the meat a deep, rich flavor that’s out of this world. Plus, it’s super easy to make. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Fajitas:
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee (cooled)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- Flour tortillas
For the Pico De Gallo:
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
How To Make
Step 1: Marinate the Flank Steak
First, we need to make the marinade. In a bowl, mix the coffee, soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir it all together until well combined.
Now, grab the flank steak and place it in a large ziplock bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, making sure it’s well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then let it marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours. If you can, let it sit overnight for even more flavor.
Step 2: Make the Pico De Gallo
While the steak is marinating, let’s make the pico de gallo. In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Squeeze the lime juice over the mix and add a pinch of salt. Stir everything together, then pop it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.
Step 3: Cook the Steak
Once the steak is done marinating, take it out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. This helps it cook more evenly.
Heat a grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. If you’re using a skillet, add a little oil to the pan. Cook the flank steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side, depending on how you like your steak. When it’s done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
Step 4: Sauté the Peppers and Onions
In the same skillet (or on the grill), add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook them for about 5-7 minutes until they’re soft and a little charred. These will go perfectly with the steak.
Step 5: Assemble the Fajitas
Time to put it all together! Warm up your flour tortillas, then start layering the sliced steak, sautéed peppers, and onions on top. Don’t forget to add a generous scoop of the fresh pico de gallo.
Step 6: Enjoy!
And that’s it! Your Coffee-Marinated Flank Fajitas with Pico De Gallo are ready to go. Serve them up with your favorite sides, and enjoy the unique, rich flavor that coffee brings to the dish.
