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Steak & Queso Rice Recipe

Steak & Queso Rice Recipe


  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This delectable recipe combines perfectly cooked steak with a creamy queso sauce served over flavorful rice, topped with fresh cilantro, jalapeños, avocado, and lime wedges for a burst of flavor in every bite.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Steak:

  • 450g (1 lb) flank or sirloin steak
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • A sprinkle of salt and pepper, to your taste
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

For the Queso:

  • 1½ cups whole milk
  • A pinch of salt and pepper, to your liking
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped finely
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups broth (or water if you prefer)
  • A bit of salt, as needed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Wedges of lime
  • Slices of avocado
  • Cut jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Make the queso: In the skillet used for the steak, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in milk and simmer.
  2. Cook the rice: Rinse rice under cold water. Heat olive oil in a pot, add rice and garlic powder. Toast lightly, then add broth or water. Simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  3. Rest and slice the steak: Allow steak to rest for 5-10 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain.
  4. Prepare the steak: Dry steak, rub with olive oil, and season with paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Finish the queso: Slowly stir in shredded cheeses until melted. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add the toppings: Garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, avocado slices, and lime wedges.
  7. Cook the steak: Sear steak in a hot skillet for 4-5 minutes per side for desired doneness.
  8. Put it together: Serve rice topped with steak strips and queso sauce.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 41g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Steak, Queso, Rice, Tex-Mex, Dinner, Gluten Free