Steak & Queso Rice: The Ultimate Indulgent Comfort Meal
Steak & Queso Rice is a luxurious comfort food that combines tender steak with creamy queso over a bed of rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup queso blanco
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the flank steak with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the steak for 4-5 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
- Remove steak from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add cooked rice and stir to combine.
- Top the rice with queso and let it melt slightly.
- Slice the steak and place it on top of the queso rice.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños to the dish.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Steak, Queso, Rice, Comfort Food
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