Fiesta Steak Recipe

Name: Fiesta Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Olive oil spray; 1 cup white rice; 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon broth (beef or vegetable) or water; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 to 3 limes); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 to 3/4 pound boneless steak; Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1/2 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips; 1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips; 1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips

Servings: persons

Olive oil spray
1 cup white rice
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon broth (beef or vegetable) or water
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 to 3 limes)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 to 3/4 pound boneless steak
Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips
1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced into strips

1
Preheat the oven to 450F.
2
Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with olive oil.
3
Rinse the rice in a strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.
4
Tip the rice into the pot, add the liquid, and stir to make an even layer.
5
In a small bowl, stir together the lime juice, cilantro, oregano, and cumin.
6
Add the steak to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and spoon half of the lime juice mixture over the meat.
7
Sprinkle the garlic over the steak and top with the onion.
8
Then scatter on the bell pepper strips, and spoon the rest of the lime juice mixture over all.
9
Cover and bake for 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven.
10
Serve immediately.
11
Calories: 611
12
Protein: 39g
13
Carbohydrates: 81g
14
Fat: 17g
15
Cholesterol: 81mg
16
Sodium: 87mg
17
Fiber: 4g

390

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Olive oil spray, 1 cup white rice, 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon broth (beef or vegetable) or water, 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 to 3 limes), and more.

Yes, Fiesta Steak falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fiesta Steak

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Variations & substitutions

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