Date: 30 Oct 2009 Comments: 0

A fajita is a generic term used in Tex-Mex cuisine, referring to grilled meat served on a flour or corn tortilla.

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1-2 lb of skinless, boneless chicken breast
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1/2 yellow onion
• 1 tsp Cumin (or to suit your taste)
• 1 Tbsp Crushed Red Pepper (or to suit your taste)

Preparation

• cut chicken into roughly 1×1 inch pieces
• cook chicken in olive oil, cumin and red pepper over high heat in a large skillet or wok.
• while meat is cooking, chop/julienne vegetables (red pepper, green pepper, and onion)
• when meat is completely cooked, add vegetables, stir frequently so that all are evenly cooked.
• remove from heat when vegetables are soft
• serve with tortilla shells and any of the following toppings: cheese, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, onions, guacamole

Serving

In many restaurants, the fajita meat is brought to the table sizzling loudly on a metal platter or skillet, with the tortillas and condiments served on the side.

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