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Steak Queso Rice

Steak Queso Rice: A Creamy Tex-Mex Comfort Bowl

Indulge in Steak Queso Rice, a creamy Tex-Mex comfort dish featuring tender steak, silky queso, and fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1 pound Flank or Sirloin Steak Can substitute with chicken breast or portobello mushrooms.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking the steak.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds smokiness to the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds flavor to the rice.
  • 2 cups Broth or Water Broth preferred for deeper flavor.
For the Queso Sauce
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Creamy base for the sauce.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack or pepper jack.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For richness in the sauce.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced garlic for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste for spiciness.
For Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 lime Lime Wedges For serving.
  • 1 avocado Avocado Slices Optional, for garnish.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Jalapeños For extra heat.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Cooking Pot
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the steak dry, rub with olive oil and season with paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  3. Rinse the rice under cold water. In a pot, heat olive oil, add rice and garlic powder, toast for 2 minutes. Add broth, bring to boil, then simmer until fluffy.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add milk and bring to simmer, then whisk in cheese and chili powder until smooth.
  5. Assemble by placing rice on plates, topping with sliced steak, and ladling queso over. Garnish with cilantro, lime, avocado, and jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients like garlic and quality cheese. Adjust chili powder for spice preference. Store components separately to maintain freshness.

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