Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for Cheesy Steak & Cilantro Lime Rice Burritos featuring tender NY Strip steak seasoned with bold spices, combined with zesty cilantro lime rice, melted queso, and fresh pico de gallo wrapped in warm flour tortillas for a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Steak and Seasoning
- 1 lb NY Strip Steak
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried cilantro
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Rice
- 3 packs Ben’s Original Ready Rice Cilantro Lime
- 1/2 cup water
Additional Ingredients
- Pancho’s queso (amount as desired for topping)
- Pico de gallo (for serving)
- Fajita size flour tortillas (4 tortillas)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut steak: Slice the NY Strip steak into thin, even strips and set aside, preparing it for seasoning and cooking.
- Prepare rice: Heat a griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of avocado oil. Add the 3 packs of Ben’s Original Ready Rice Cilantro Lime along with 1/2 cup water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through and tender.
- Cook steak: Season the steak strips with salt, pepper, cumin, dried cilantro, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Place the seasoned steak strips on the hot griddle and cook until browned and cooked to your desired doneness, approximately 3-5 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Combine: Mix the cooked steak strips with the cooked rice directly on the griddle to combine the flavors well. Then, top the mixture with Pancho’s queso and sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top for garnish and added fresh flavor.
- Serve: Warm the fajita-sized flour tortillas on the griddle or in a separate pan until pliable and heated through. Serve the cheesy steak and rice mixture alongside the tortillas with a generous serving of pico de gallo for added zest and freshness.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced steak for even cooking and tenderness.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control spiciness according to your preference.
- Ben’s Original Ready Rice allows for quick rice preparation, but fresh cilantro lime rice can be substituted if preferred.
- Warm tortillas properly to avoid breakage when rolling burritos.
- Pico de gallo adds freshness and a burst of flavor, but salsa or guacamole can be used as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Burritos
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
