Description
Steak & Queso Rice is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that transforms your dinner table into a festive gathering. Juicy steak meets creamy queso and fluffy rice, creating a delightful combination that’s hard to resist. Perfect for family dinners or friendly get-togethers, this recipe promises to impress with its rich flavors and inviting aroma. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or as a scrumptious side that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup queso cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients before starting.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak pieces for about 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, and uncooked rice; mix well.
- Add broth or water according to rice package instructions and cook until rice is tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Once the rice is done, mix in queso cheese until melted and creamy.
- Return the cooked steak to the skillet and combine everything gently.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 80mg