Go Back

Easy Tex-Mex Fajita Veggies

This is my go-to side for taco night - takes about 15 minutes and gets you that restaurant sizzle without leaving the house. The trick is getting your cast iron hot enough to actually char the peppers instead of just steaming them.
Print Pin
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

Ingredients (~8-10 servings)

  • 4 bell peppers sliced into 1/4-inch strips
  • 1 large white onion sliced into rings and halved
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp soy sauce optional but recommended

Instructions

  • Cooling/Resting Time: 0 minutes
  • Heat canola oil in large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Add sliced onions and cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown around edges.
  • Add bell pepper strips and salt.
  • Sauté 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow charring.
  • Turn off heat when peppers are tender-crisp.
  • Drizzle with soy sauce and serve immediately.