Description
Steak & Queso Rice is a fiesta on your plate, featuring tender marinated steak paired with creamy queso cheese and fluffy rice. This vibrant dish bursts with savory flavors, making it perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Each bite delivers a delightful mix of cheesy goodness and satisfying textures, guaranteed to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup queso cheese or cheese sauce
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, diced
- 1 small onion, diced (yellow or red)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: In a bowl, mix lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Add the steak and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions using water or chicken broth.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced bell peppers and onions until soft (about five minutes).
- Cook the steak: Grill or sear the marinated steak on high heat until cooked to your preference (about 3–5 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- Combine: In the same skillet with sautéed vegetables, mix cooked rice and queso cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve: Plate the creamy rice topped with sliced steak and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate black beans or corn. Substitute steak with chicken or tofu for a different protein option. Spice it up with jalapeños for extra heat.