Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Copycat Recipe) (2024)

FAQs

How do you get the char on fajita vegetables? ›

Grill the peppers in the cast-iron pan for 8 to 10 minutes, tossing occasionally, until charred and soft. Be careful not to overfill the pan or the veggies won't char on the edges - cook them in 2 batches, if necessary.

Life Pro Tip: You can add the grilled fajita veggies to your order at Chipotle any time for no extra charge. But even better, you can whip up your own giant batch in 15 minutes or less. You can add other quick-cooking vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or tomatoes, too.

Chipotle fajita veggies are a delicious and healthy addition to any meal. These veggies are typically made with a mix of bell peppers, onions, and spices, and are often served alongside grilled meats or as a vegetarian option.

In this recipe, I use red, orange, and green bell peppers, red onion, and a simple fajita seasoning made from oregano, salt, and cumin. Then I cook the veggies in a cast iron skillet to get the same texture and charring that you see at Chipotle and other Mexican restaurants.

Sorry, but fajita sizzle isn't real. TikTokers have discovered restaurants just add water or a sauce to make it appear like the dish is cooking. A viral TikTok showed a restaurant worker pouring water onto a dish to make it steam and sizzle.

Ask for Both Types of Rice and Beans

After ordering five burritos a day for several days, he found that Chipotle customers could get double the rice and beans, simply by asking for both types of each. Best of all, there's no extra charge for these added ingredients.

What cheese does Chipotle use? In most of their dishes, Chipotle Mexican Grill uses a shredded blend of two kinds of cheese: White cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. On their menu, the cheese blend is referred to as "shredded cheese," and it is used in burritos, tacos, and salads.

The name “fajita” comes from the Spanish word “faja,” which means “belt” or “sash.” This is because the skirt steak used in fajitas is cut from the beef's diaphragm muscle, which is long and thin like a belt.

Rice bran oil is our primary cooking oil at Chipotle.

Are fajita veggies anti inflammatory? ›

Grilled or Sautéed Onions & Peppers in Fajitas

Both onions and peppers contain a lot of vitamin C which is a metabolized protein that helps boost our immune system. Onions are rich in antioxidants and work as an anti-inflammatory.

Use poblanos instead. Less water and can stand a long time in the pan without turning to mush. Edit to add: I use a dry pan and oil my veggies lightly, char them slightly, pull them out and then cook my meat before adding the veggies back in.

There's no one-size-fits-all answer to choosing the right onion for your fajitas. You can go for the traditional white or yellow onions, offering a more savory option, or experiment with sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla to add a subtle sweetness to your dish.

Toss with olive oil and salt - Make sure all the surfaces are evenly coated, then spread them out on a sheet pan. Continue broiling and flipping every five minutes - The vegetables will gradually start to char on the outside - this is what you want! Softer vegetables like peppers will cook faster than ones like onions.

Heat a heavy-bottomed saute pan or frying pan (that has a lid) over high heat. Add ½ tablespoon olive oil and once hot add the radishes and saute, stirring occasionally until they are blistered and turn golden brown. Remove to a serving dish and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.

Prepare charcoal or gas grill for cooking (375°F). Season the fajita meat on both sides with the fajita seasoning. Grill the fajitas for 6 to 8 minutes on each side or until cooked to the desired degree of doneness. Remove from grill, place on a clean tray and cover with foil.