Air Fryer Steak Fajitas (Print-Friendly Version)
Steak, peppers, and onions sizzle together in the air fryer with a tangy chipotle vinaigrette for a lively dinner.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Fajita Components
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2 large green bell peppers, sliced
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1 red onion, sliced
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2 New York Strip steaks, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
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1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
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1 teaspoon dried cilantro
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Juice of 1 lime
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Fajita-size flour tortillas, warmed
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Sour cream, for serving
→ Chipotle Vinaigrette
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2 chipotle peppers in adobo plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
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3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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2/3 cup neutral oil (such as canola or sunflower)
# How to Make It:
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Slice green bell peppers and red onion into strips. Toss with half the olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
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Place seasoned peppers and onion in the air fryer basket. Cook at 200°C for 13 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized, shaking halfway through.
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Slice NY Strip steaks into thin strips. Combine with remaining olive oil, salt, black pepper, cumin, dried cilantro, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Squeeze lime juice over the meat and mix thoroughly until the steak is well coated.
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Transfer the seasoned steak to the preheated air fryer basket. Cook at 200°C for 5 to 7 minutes or until steak reaches desired doneness. Remove and set aside.
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In a food processor, blend chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, oregano, and cumin until smooth. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the neutral oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
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Warm flour tortillas. Fill each tortilla with a portion of peppers, onions, and steak. Drizzle with chipotle vinaigrette and garnish with sour cream to taste.
# Extra Information:
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Let the steak rest for a few minutes after air frying to retain its juices before assembling.