Description
Discover how to make Cheesy Steak and Queso Rice, a mouthwatering dish perfect for any occasion. Learn the step-by-step process to create this savory delight today!
Ingredients
- 2 cup (480 ml) s Basmati Rice
- 2 1/2 cup (600 ml) s Chicken Broth
- 1 cube Chicken Bouillon
- 1 can, about 14 oz (397 g) Crushed Tomatoes, you can use diced instead or tomato sauce instead
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped (optional )
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) Cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s Olive Oil
- 1 pound (454 g) Sirloin Steak, cut into thin strips
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Butter
- Montreal steak seasoning, to taste
- Cheese sauce, for topping
- Fresh Cilantro, for garnish
- Flour tortillas, optional for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Wash the basmati rice under cold running water until the water is clear to remove any extra starch and avoid stickiness.
- Cook Garlic and Onion: In a large pan, warm up the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion if you’re using it. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the onion is see-through and the garlic is aromatic.
- Brown the Rice: Add the washed basmati rice to the pan. Stir constantly for around 2 minutes to slightly brown the rice, letting it soak in the garlic and onion flavors.
- Incorporate Liquids and Spices: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Break up the chicken bouillon cube into the mix. Add paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well together.
- Cook the Rice: Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then turn the heat down to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let it gently cook for around 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is soft and the liquid is fully absorbed.
- Settle and Fluff: Once the rice is finished cooking, take the pan off the heat. Keep it covered for 5 minutes to let the rice settle and become fluffy.
- Prepare the Steak: While the rice cooks, generously season both sides of the sirloin steak strips with Montreal steak seasoning.
- Cook the Steak: In another pan, heat up 1 tbsp of olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the seasoned steak. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until it’s cooked to your preference.
- Combine with Rice: Fluff the cooked rice and place the cooked steak on top, drizzling generously with white queso.
- Decorate and Serve: Add fresh cilantro on top. Serve with warm flour tortillas on the side if you wish.
Notes
- Rinse basmati rice well to eliminate excess starch for fluffy grains.
- Stir rice constantly while browning to blend garlic and onion flavors.
- Break bouillon cube into pieces for quicker dissolution and even flavor.
