Steak Queso Rice (Printer-Friendly)
Seared steak with cheesy queso over fluffy rice—comforting, bold, and ideal for quick dinners.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ For the Steak
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450g (1 lb) flank or sirloin steak
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tsp ground cumin
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
→ For the Queso Sauce
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1½ cups whole milk
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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½ tsp ground cumin
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tsp chili powder
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ For the Rice
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2 cups broth or water
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Salt, as needed
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 cup long-grain white rice
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1 tsp garlic powder
→ Optional Garnishes
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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Lime wedges
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Avocado slices
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Sliced jalapeños
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Pat steak dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil and coat both sides with paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Heat a large skillet until very hot. Sear steak for 4–5 minutes per side based on thickness and preferred doneness.
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Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest 5–10 minutes. Slice thinly across the grain to maintain tenderness.
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Rinse rice under cold water. Heat olive oil in a pot, stir in rice and garlic powder to coat, toast lightly, then add broth or water. Bring to boil, cover, and simmer on low for 18–20 minutes.
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In the same skillet used for steak, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Gradually add shredded cheeses, stirring until smooth. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Spoon rice onto plates, top with sliced steak, and ladle warm queso sauce over. Add garnishes such as cilantro, lime, avocado, and jalapeños.
# Extra Tips:
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Slice steak against the grain for optimal tenderness.
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Use low-sodium chicken broth for richer rice flavor.
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Adjust queso heat by adding cayenne or minced jalapeños.
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Steak cooked 4 minutes per side yields medium-rare; 5 minutes gives medium.