Reverse Seared Steak Fajitas Recipes

REVERSE-SEARED STEAK RECIPE

Steps:

• If Cooking on the Grill: Light one chimney full of charcoal. When all the charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and spread the coals evenly over half of coal grate. Alternatively, set half the burners of a gas grill to high heat. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill, and allow to preheat for 5 minutes. Clean and oil grilling grate .
• Set steak(s) on cooler side of grill and let cook uncovered, turning occasionally, until an instant-read thermometer registers 105°F (41°C) for rare, 115°F (46°C) for medium-rare, 125°F (52°C) for medium, or 135°F (57°C) for medium-well. Cooking time can vary greatly, so check the steaks often.
• Transfer steak(s) to a platter and tent with foil. If you are using a charcoal grill and your coals have died down, build up the biggest fire you can. If using a gas grill, make sure all burners are turned to their highest heat and allow the grill to preheat with the lid closed.
• Return steak(s) to the hottest part of the grill and cook, turning frequently, until crisp and charred all over, about 1 1/2 minutes total. Serve right away.

SEARED STEAK, PEPPER & ONION FAJITAS (FROM FINE COOKING)

Steps:

• Combine the salt, pepper, cumin and cayenne in a small bowl.
• Rub the steak with the seasoning on both sides.
• Heat the oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking.
• Put the steak in the hot pan and sear for 3 minutes.
• Turn the steak and cook for another 2 minutes (it will be very rare but will cook more later on).
• Take the skillet off the heat, transfer the steak to a cutting board, and cover loosely with foil.
• Return the skillet to medium heat.
• Add the pepper and onion slices and sauté, stirring frequently, until soft, about 8 min.
• Add the jalapeno and garlic and cook until soft and fragrant, about 1 min.
• Slide the skillet off the heat and stir in the lime juice, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
• Cover to keep warm.
• Trim the fat from the side of the steak and cut the steak into thin (1/8- to 1/4-inch) slices.
• Add the slices to the skillet along with any accumulated juices.
• Toss until well blended.
• Stir in the chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper.
• Serve immediately with warm flour tortillas, sliced avocado, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, and cilantro sprigs.