Description
Steak & Queso Rice combines savory, seared steak with fluffy rice and a rich, creamy queso sauce for a hearty and flavorful Tex-Mex dish. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Steak:
450g (1 lb) flank or sirloin steak
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Queso Sauce:
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp chili powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
For the Rice:
2 cups broth (or water)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 tsp garlic powder
Optional Garnishes:
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Wedges of lime
Slices of avocado
Cut jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Wash the rice under cold water. Heat olive oil in a pot, add rice and garlic powder, and toast for 2 minutes. Add broth, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until soft. Set aside.
- Cook the Steak: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Pat steak dry and rub with olive oil. Season with paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side. Rest the steak for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly.
- Prepare the Queso Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic. Add milk, bring to simmer, then add cheeses, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and thickened.
- Assemble the Dish: Serve rice on plates, top with sliced steak, and drizzle with queso sauce. Garnish with cilantro, avocado, jalapeños, and lime wedges.
- Serve: Enjoy hot, with your choice of garnishes!
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat rice and steak in the microwave or on the stovetop. Thin the queso sauce with a splash of milk if needed.
Variations: For a vegetarian version, swap the steak for roasted vegetables. Add beans to the rice for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg