Savory Steak Queso Rice Bowl Packed With Flavor (Print version)
Juicy steak, smoky seasoned rice, and warm homemade queso make this rice bowl rich, hearty, and weeknight friendly.
# Ingredients:
For the seasoned rice
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1 cup (200 g) jasmine rice, rinsed
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2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
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1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
For the steak
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1 lb (450 g) sirloin steak, sliced into strips
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the queso
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3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy cream
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2 oz (55 g) cream cheese, cubed
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1 cup (115 g) freshly shredded white cheddar
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3/4 cup (85 g) freshly shredded Monterey Jack
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
For serving
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1/2 cup (80 g) diced tomatoes
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1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup (10 g) chopped fresh cilantro
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1/4 cup (60 g) sour cream, optional
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1 lime, cut into wedges
# Instructions:
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Combine rice, beef broth, butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff.
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Pat the steak strips dry. Toss with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your liking. Work in batches if needed, then rest the steak for 5 minutes.
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Warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until steaming. Whisk in the cream cheese until smooth, then add white cheddar and Monterey Jack a handful at a time. Stir in garlic powder and cayenne if using.
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Divide the rice among 4 bowls. Top with steak, spoon warm queso over the meat and rice, then add tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, sour cream, and lime wedges.
# Good to know:
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Serve right after assembling so the queso stays warm and pourable.
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Shred cheese from a block for the smoothest sauce.