Ingredients
– 1 cup long grain white rice
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 8 ounces tomato sauce
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
– 1 pound sirloin steak, sliced
– 2 tablespoons butter
– Steak seasoning to taste for the steak
– White queso for drizzling
– Fresh chopped cilantro for garnish
– Flour tortillas for serving
Instructions
1-First, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and toast the rice until it’s lightly browned this step adds a nutty flavor that makes all the difference.
2-Add the onion and garlic next, sautéing until they’re fragrant and soft, which usually takes just a couple of minutes.
3-Then, stir in the chicken broth and tomato sauce, bring it to a boil for about 2 minutes, and let it simmer covered on low heat for 20 minutes until the rice absorbs the liquid and turns tender.
4-In a separate skillet, melt the butter and cook the sirloin steak seasoned with your favorite steak seasoning until it reaches the doneness you prefer.
5-Once done, remove it from the heat to rest.
6-After the rice has cooked, let it sit covered for 10 minutes to soak up extra flavors, then fluff it with a fork.
7-For the final touch, layer the steak on top, drizzle with warm white queso, add fresh cilantro for garnish, and serve with flour tortillas for a complete meal.
Last Step:
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🔥 Toasting rice before cooking enhances its flavor and texture.
⏳ Letting rice rest after cooking improves fluffiness and flavor absorption.
🍴 Substitute chicken or shrimp for steak, or use plant-based options for a vegan-friendly dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving