Description
Steak Queso Rice is a mouthwatering dish that harmoniously blends juicy steak, creamy queso, and fluffy rice for a delightful culinary experience. This colorful and flavorful dish is perfect for any gathering, from casual game nights to family dinners. With its quick preparation and customizable toppings, Steak Queso Rice is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or flank steak
- 2 cups cooked long-grain white rice
- 1 cup queso blanco (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping bell peppers and onions, and cutting the steak into bite-sized cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak cubes, seasoning with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Remove steak and sauté onions and bell peppers in the same skillet until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in cooked rice to absorb flavors (2-3 minutes).
- Pour queso blanco over the rice mixture; stir gently until evenly coated and heated through (about 2 minutes).
- Remove from heat; squeeze lime juice over the dish and garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg