Ingredients

  • 12 ounces beef tenderloin, cut into thin strips
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 poblano pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (plus more for garnish)

Method

  • In a bowl, combine beef, 2 Tbs lime juice and 1 Tbs chili powder; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet. Add onion, bell pepper and poblano pepper and saute 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add beef and marinade to vegetables and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • In another bowl, combine beans, avocado, cheese, 1/4 cup cilantro and remaining lime juice and chili powder.
  • Garnish beef and vegetables with remaining cilantro. Serve with avocado salad and warmed tortillas, if desired.