Steak Fajita Rice Bowls

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups rice
  • Juice of one large lime
  • Cilantro, large handful roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 red bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 lb steak, cut into 1” cubes ( I used leftover NY strip steak)
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning, recipe below
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Shredded iceberg lettuce
  • I Roma tomato, diced
  • 1-2 avocados, diced
  • Salsa, optional

Directions:

  1. Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff the rice when done and stir in lime juice and cilantro.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and peppers. Season with kosher salt and cook until they start to soften, 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in cubed steak and fajita seasoning to skillet. If skillet is too dry add 1/3 cup water. Cook until meat is desired doneness.
  4. To serve; divide between 4 bowls. Start with cilantro-lime rice. Spoon steak fajita mixture over rice. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and salsa. Enjoy!

Fajita Seasoning:

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  1. Mix all ingredients together. Leftovers can be stored in and airtight container for later use.

Published by boymomfoodie

I’m just passionate about food!! I’m a mom of two handsome boys. I’m a nurse by education and a cook by passion. Taste and nutrition are the most important factors in my food! I also need meals to be ready in a short amount of time due to our busy schedule. Anyone can cook!! Let me help. 😘

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