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Steak & Queso Rice

Savor Steak & Queso Rice: Your New Tex-Mex Favorite!

Experience the delicious blend of creamy queso and tender steak in this quick and easy Steak & Queso Rice dish, perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1 pound Sirloin Steak Can be swapped for chicken or pork.
For the Queso Rice
  • 1 cup Queso Cheese (Monterey Jack or Cheddar) Add pepper jack for extra kick.
  • 1 cup Long-grain White Rice Can use brown rice for a healthier option.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be a milder substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can be used in place of fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Omit for milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Add corn or zucchini for more veggies.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with canola or avocado oil.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

How to Make Steak & Queso Rice
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Begin by dicing the onion and bell pepper, then mince the garlic.
  2. Cook Steak: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the sirloin steak for 4-5 minutes per side until beautifully browned. Let it rest before slicing.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and bell pepper in the same skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Mix Rice and Spices: Stir in the cooked long-grain rice along with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Heat for about 2 minutes.
  5. Melt Queso: Gradually mix in the queso cheese, stirring until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Combine and Serve: Add sliced steak back to the skillet, tossing together over low heat. Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with additional fresh herbs for extra flavor and color.

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