Mexican Steak and Cheese in Pita
Created by ellie on April 27, 2025
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 5m
- Cook Time: 15m
- Recipe #44520
Ingredients
- 12 ounces skirt steak
- Kosher or coarse salt
- Pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 pita breads
- 8 ounces cheese, shredded (your favorite or Monterey Jack,cheddar, Muenster, or mozzarella or a combination of different types of cheese) (this is 2 cups cheese)
How to Make
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Step 1: Cut steak into 4 pieces and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Step 2: In a skillet on medium high heat, heat the oil until hot and then add the steak and cook for 2 minutes per side or until browned. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
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Step 3: Slice steak across the green and then cut into bite size pieces; set aside.
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Step 4: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and then heat the pita bread for about 1 minute per side. Cut them open to make pockets.
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Step 5: Stuff each pocket with some shredded cheese, meat and then a bit more cheese. Place pitas on the hot griddle or skeet and cook until lightly browned and crisp and cheese melts.