Description
Sizzling Instant Pot Keto Fajitas bring Mexican-inspired flavors to your dinner table with minimal carbs and maximum taste. Juicy peppers, tender chicken, and zesty spices combine in a quick, healthy meal that satisfies hunger without compromising nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 450 grams / 1 pound Skirt steak (or flank steak; sliced thinly against the grain)
Vegetables:
- 2 large Bell peppers (sliced into thin strips)
- 1 medium Onion (sliced into thin half-moons)
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons Fajita seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
- 120 milliliters / ½ cup Beef bone broth
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
Instructions
- Meticulously coat the thinly sliced beef with fajita seasoning, ensuring each piece is thoroughly and evenly covered.
- Activate the Instant Pot’s “Sauté” function at high temperature, adding of cooking oil, then carefully layer half the seasoned beef in a single, uncrowded arrangement.
- Sear the beef segments for 1-2 minutes on each side until a rich golden-brown crust develops, creating deep caramelized flavors. Remove the first batch and repeat the searing process with the remaining beef.
- Return all seared beef pieces back to the Instant Pot’s interior, creating a uniform meat layer.
- Slice bell peppers and onions into uniform strips, then generously dust with the remaining fajita seasoning, gently tossing to distribute the spices comprehensively.
- Pour of beef broth and of fresh lime juice over the meat and vegetable mixture, creating a flavorful cooking liquid.
- Securely lock the Instant Pot lid, positioning the valve to “Sealing” configuration, then initiate high-pressure cooking for precisely 2 minutes.
- Once cooking completes, immediately perform a quick pressure release to preserve the meat’s tenderness and prevent overcooking.
Notes
- Cutting against the grain ensures maximum tenderness, preventing tough, chewy meat that can ruin the entire fajita experience.
- Sautéing creates a gorgeous caramelized exterior that seals in rich, deep flavors, transforming ordinary steak into a mouthwatering delight.
- Fresh lime juice bursts with vibrant citrus notes, elevating the entire dish with its bright, zesty character that bottled versions simply can’t match.
- Immediate pressure release protects delicate vegetables from becoming mushy, maintaining their crisp texture and vibrant colors.
- Personalize the heat by experimenting with extra seasoning, allowing each bite to dance with your preferred level of spiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 256 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12.5g
- Saturated Fat: 4.9g
- Carbohydrates: 9.2g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26.8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg