Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Steak Queso Rice, a delightful dish that combines tender steak, creamy queso cheese, and fluffy rice for a mouthwatering meal. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With every bite, experience a tantalizing blend of spices and textures that will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
- 8 oz queso cheese (Velveeta or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes. Sear in a hot skillet with oil until browned on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add long grain rice and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in diced bell peppers, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cube queso cheese and stir into the mixture until melted and gooey.
- Slice rested steak against the grain into thin strips and fold into the cheesy rice mixture before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg