Meal Kit

Cinco De Mayo Special: Carne Asada

With Pico de Gallo, Spanish Rice, and Seasoned Black Beans

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 6 days

Contains: Milk

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 15½ oz. Black Beans
  • 1 Onion
  • ¾ cup Parboiled White Rice
  • 1 Lime
  • 1 Jalapeno Pepper
  • 1½ oz. Queso Fresco
  • 1 Tbsp. Home Chef Carne Asada Seasoning Blend
  • 2 Garlic Clove
  • 1 Tomato
  • 2 Flank Steak
  • 1 Tbsp. Spanish Rice Seasoning Blend

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    850
  • Carbohydrates
    170g
  • Net Carbs
    167g
  • Fat
    4.5g
  • Protein
    25g
  • Sodium
    320mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 2 Medium Pots
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Thoroughly rinse produce and pat dry. Peel and dice red onion. Remove stem, membrane (spiny white innards), and seeds from jalapeño and cut into a fine dice. Halve lime. Zest one half for garnish. Mince garlic. Cut tomato into fine dice. Rinse and drain beans. Rinse steaks and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium pot bring 1½ cups of water, rice, Spanish Rice Seasoning Blend, and a pinch of salt to a boil. Reduce heat and stir rice occasionally. Cook until rice is tender throughout, about 12-15 minutes.Fluff and keep warm until ready to serve. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Make the Pico De Gallo

    In a clean mixing bowl, combine the diced red onion to taste (the flavor can be strong for some), garlic, tomato, jalapeño, a dash of salt, and the juice of the lime to taste. Allow to marinate at room temperature until ready to serve.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Beans

    In a medium pot over medium heat, add beans, ¼ cup of water, and salt and pepper to taste. Allow to cook for 7-10 minutes, mashing as you go, or until beans become thick and have a texture like refried beans. Keep warm until ready to serve.

  5. 5

    Cook the Steaks

    In a medium pan over medium-high heat, warm 1 tsp. olive oil. While skillet is warming, coat steaks with the Carne Asada Seasoning Blend and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add steaks to hot pan. Cook on each side for 4-5 minutes, or until steaks reach internal temperature of 145 degrees. Keep warm until ready to serve.

  6. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon a serving of rice onto a plate.Ladle some black beans next to the rice and garnish with Queso Fresco. Add a steak atop the rice and beans. Garnish with fresh Pico de Gallo and lime zest, if desired.

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