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Steak & Queso Rice Recipe

Steak & Queso Rice Recipe

5.1 from 8 reviews

Indulge in a delicious and hearty meal with this Steak & Queso Rice recipe. Tender slices of seasoned steak are served with a creamy queso sauce over flavorful long-grain white rice.

Ingredients

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For the Steak:

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

For the Queso Sauce:

  • 1½ cups whole milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

For the Rice:

  • 2 cups broth (or water)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For Serving:

  • 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 garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in milk and simmer.
  2. Cook the rice: Wash rice, then sauté with olive oil and garlic powder. Add broth, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  3. Rest and slice the steak: Let the cooked steak rest before slicing thinly.
  4. Prepare the steak: Season steak with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Finish the queso: Slowly melt cheeses into the milk, season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add the toppings: Garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, avocado, and lime.
  7. Cook the steak: Sear the seasoned steak in a hot skillet for 4-5 minutes per side.
  8. Put it together: Plate rice, top with steak strips, and drizzle queso sauce over everything.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Adjust the seasoning of the queso to suit your taste preferences.
  • Feel free to customize with additional toppings like diced tomatoes or sour cream.

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Keywords: Steak & Queso Rice, Tex-Mex, Main Dish, Rice Recipe, Cheesy Queso