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Steak and Queso Rice

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A bold and satisfying bowl that combines tender seared steak with creamy queso-covered rice, topped with sour cream, cilantro, and pico de gallo. It’s easy to customize and loaded with flavor in every bite.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb sirloin or flank steak
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup queso (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice if not already prepared.
  2. Warm the queso in a saucepan or microwave.
  3. Stir the queso into the hot rice until fully combined. Set aside and keep warm.
  4. Pat steak dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Let steak rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
  7. Assemble bowls: start with queso rice, then top with sliced steak, sour cream, pico de gallo, and chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!