steak queso rice bowl (Print)
Juicy steak, creamy cheese sauce and tasty rice make one super satisfying meal.
# Ingredients:
→ For the steak
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0.5 tsp ground cumin
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0.5 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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0.5 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp olive oil
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450g steak strips (like flank, ribeye, or sirloin)
→ For flavorful rice
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0.25 tsp smoked paprika
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0.5 tsp garlic powder
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0.5 tsp salt
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1 tbsp butter
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480ml beef broth
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200g jasmine or basmati rice
→ For cheesy queso sauce
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0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
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0.5 tsp garlic powder
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2 tbsp cream cheese
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180ml heavy cream
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60g shredded Monterey Jack
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100g grated white cheddar
→ Optional extras
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80g chopped tomatoes
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1 tbsp sour cream
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1 jalapeño, sliced
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2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
# Steps:
01 -
Add a spoonful of sour cream, jalapeño slices, fresh cilantro, and tomatoes on top if you want. Grab a fork and dig in right away.
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Scoop rice into bowls first. Top with steak strips, then pour over all that hot queso sauce.
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Keep heat low and warm the heavy cream in a small pot. Drop in the cream cheese—let it melt smooth. Sprinkle in the cheddar and Monterey Jack slowly, stirring until you’ve got a creamy texture. Season with some garlic powder. If you’re feeling spicy, toss in cayenne. Keep it warm while you set up the rest.
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Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin with the steak pieces in a bowl. Get a large pan hot with olive oil over medium-high. Sear the steak on each side for 3-4 minutes to brown it up and cook how you like. Let it chill for about five minutes before slicing or serving.
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Heat up beef broth in a medium pot and drop in the butter, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss in the rice, stir, then turn the heat down—cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes until all the liquid’s soaked up. Fluff the rice using a fork and set aside.
# Notes:
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Try using steak cuts like ribeye or flank if you want the meat tender and juicy.
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Let steak rest after searing so it stays juicy and doesn't lose all the flavor.
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Keep the cheese sauce on low heat so it doesn’t get clumpy or burn.