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Cheesy Queso Steak Rice Bowl Recipe

Cheesy Queso Steak Rice Bowl Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Steak & Queso Rice recipe. Tender strips of seasoned steak served over fluffy garlic rice and smothered in a rich, cheesy queso sauce.


Ingredients

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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 Sauce

  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • A pinch of salt and pepper, to your liking
  • 1/2 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

For the Rice

  • 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

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Wedges of lime
  • Slices of avocado
  • Cut jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Queso Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter and cook minced garlic. Add milk and bring to a simmer.
  2. Cook the Rice: Rinse rice, toast with olive oil and garlic powder, then simmer in broth or water.
  3. Season and Cook the Steak: Rub steak with spices, cook in a hot skillet, and slice thinly.
  4. Create the Queso Sauce: Melt cheeses gradually, season, and stir until smooth.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Top with cilantro, jalapeños, avocado, and lime. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Slice the steak against the grain for tender pieces.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth for extra flavor in the rice.
  • Enhance queso spice with cayenne or jalapeños.
  • Cook steak 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, 5 minutes for medium.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 830mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg