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Steak & Queso Rice Recipe

Steak & Queso Rice Recipe

4.9 from 7 reviews

A delicious and comforting recipe for Steak & Queso Rice that combines flavorful sirloin steak with cheesy queso sauce over perfectly cooked rice.

Ingredients

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Rice Preparation:

  • 1 cup of long grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
  • 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 8 ounces of tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of dried cilantro

Steak Preparation:

  • 1 pound of sirloin steak (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • Seasoning with Montreal steak spice (to taste)

Other:

  • Pancho’s White Queso (sufficient for drizzling)
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnishing)
  • Flour tortillas (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Rice Preparation: Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the rice and stir until slightly browned. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce, bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  2. Steak Preparation: Melt butter in a skillet, cook sliced sirloin steak seasoned with Montreal steak spice until desired doneness.
  3. Finalizing the Rice: Let the cooked rice sit covered for an additional 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
  4. Assembly and Service: Fluff the rice with a fork, place steak on top, drizzle with Pancho’s White Queso, garnish with cilantro, and serve with warm tortillas.

Notes

  • You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of Montreal steak spice used.
  • Feel free to add additional toppings like diced tomatoes, avocado, or jalapeños for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Steak and Queso Rice, Tex-Mex recipe, rice and steak, cheesy queso sauce