Ingredients
Gathering your ingredients is the first step towards creating this delightful dish. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound of steak (ribeye or sirloin works best), sliced thinly
- 2 cups of cooked rice (white or brown, your choice)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup of queso sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional for heat)
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute the steak with chicken or even tofu for a vegetarian option. The queso sauce can be made at home using a blend of cheeses and milk, or you can pick up a ready-made version for convenience.
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your steak. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced steak to the skillet and season with ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the steak is browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Set aside.
- While the steak is cooking, prepare your queso sauce if you’re making it from scratch. Melt some shredded cheese with milk over low heat, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- In a serving bowl, place a generous portion of cooked rice as the base.
- Top the rice with the cooked steak slices, then pour over the warm queso sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, allowing it to melt slightly from the heat of the queso.
- Add slices of jalapeño for a bit of heat, if desired.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and slices of avocado for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International