Description
Steak & Queso Rice is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender, juicy steak with creamy queso and fluffy rice. Perfect for cozy nights or lively gatherings, this dish promises a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s an easy-to-make meal that elevates any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak, diced
- 1 cup queso cheese
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mix of red, green, and yellow)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing the steak, onion, and bell peppers.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and brown the steak for about 5-7 minutes until seared.
- Remove the steak and sauté onions and bell peppers in the same skillet until softened.
- Stir in uncooked rice with spices and toast briefly before adding liquid.
- Add water or broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fold in cooked steak and queso cheese until creamy; warm through on low heat before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg