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Irresistible Steak & Queso Rice for a Cozy Tex-Mex Night

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy a flavorful and comforting Tex-Mex dish featuring tender steak, cheesy queso, and seasoned rice, perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

Rice and Broth

  • 1 cup Basmati Rice (Rinse before cooking.)
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth (Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option.)
  • 1 cube Chicken Bouillon (Omit if using a strong broth.)

Tomatoes

  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes (Can replace with diced or tomato sauce.)

Aromatics

  • 2 cloves Garlic (Fresh is recommended.)
  • 1 medium Onion (Optional but recommended.)

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked paprika is a unique option.)
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin (For signature Tex-Mex flavor.)
  • to taste Salt & Pepper

Cooking Oils

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Can substitute with avocado oil or butter.)

Main Protein

  • 1 pound Sirloin Steak (Can substitute with grilled veggies or tofu.)
  • 1 tablespoon Butter (Use ghee for lactose-free option.)
  • to taste Montreal Steak Seasoning (Customizable to taste.)

Cheese

  • 1 cup White Queso (Can substitute with cheddar or non-dairy cheese.)

Fresh Herbs

  • to taste Fresh Cilantro (Optional but recommended.)

Optional Sides

  • as needed Flour Tortillas (Optional, serve alongside for dipping.)

Instructions 

  • Cook rice in broth with spices until tender.
  • Season and cook steak to desired doneness, then slice.
  • In a pan, sauté garlic and onion, then add crushed tomatoes and queso, stirring until combined and heated through.
  • Combine cooked rice with steak and cheese mixture, garnish with cilantro.
  • Serve with warm tortillas for dipping if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the steak with seasoning before cooking.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keyword: Queso, Rice, Steak