The ONLY MEAL PREP you need 🌮
The ONLY MEAL PREP you need 🌮 is a medium Mexican‑American recipe that serves 2. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Ian Fujimoto on YouTube.
Prep: 25 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 1 hr
Cost: $21.92 total, $10.96 per serving
Ingredients
- 3.2 lb Chuck Roast (Trimmed, cut in half then sliced about 1/4‑inch thick)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil (Light coating for the meat before marinating)
- 1 medium White Onion (Finely diced for the seasoning)
- 2 tbsp Orange Juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (Regular or low‑sodium)
- 1 tsp Granulated Garlic (Fine granulated form)
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tbsp Chipotle Peppers in Adobo (Finely chopped (use 1–2 peppers + sauce))
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black Pepper (Freshly ground if possible)
- 2 tbsp Water (To thin the marinade)
Instructions
Trim and Slice the Chuck Roast
Place the 3.2 lb chuck roast on a cutting board, trim excess fat, then cut the roast in half. Slice each half into strips about 1/4‑inch thick for quick cooking.
Time: PT10M
Prepare the Homemade Fajita Seasoning
In a small bowl combine the diced white onion, orange juice, soy sauce, granulated garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, chili powder, chopped chipotle in adobo, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Add water to thin the mixture to a pourable consistency.
Time: PT5M
Lightly Oil the Meat
Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the sliced beef and toss to coat evenly. This helps the seasoning adhere and prevents sticking during cooking.
Time: PT2M
Marinate the Beef
Pour the fajita seasoning over the oiled beef strips, mixing until every piece is fully coated. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
Time: PT5M
Portion and Seal
Divide the seasoned meat into individual freezer‑bag portions (about 8‑oz each). Press out excess air and seal using a vacuum sealer or zip‑top bag technique.
Time: PT5M
Cook the Taco Meat
Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat (about 375°F). Add the sealed meat (or thawed portion) and sauté, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 12‑15 minutes. If cooking from frozen, add an extra 5 minutes.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: 375°F
Rest and Serve
Remove the meat from heat, let it rest for 2‑3 minutes, then serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Time: PT3M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 30 g
- Carbohydrates
- 5 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Contains meat, Not gluten‑free (soy sauce), Dairy‑free
Allergens: Soy
Last updated: April 19, 2026






