Meal Kit

Steak Strip Fajita Rice Bowl

with lime crema

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 6 days

Contains: Milk

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Rice bowls are a dime a dozen, but this one is one in a million. Meaty steak, fresh onion and pepper, cooked together to tender yummy deliciousness. You'll settle all that on a bed of fluffy rice and top with cooling lime crema. One in a million rice bowl, for our one in a million customers.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 10 oz. Steak Strips
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper
  • ¾ cup Jasmine Rice
  • 1 Yellow Onion
  • 1 Lime
  • Info
    2 oz. Sour Cream
  • Info
    ½ oz. Grated Cotija Cheese
  • ¼ oz. Cilantro
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 tsp. Fajita Seasoning

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    730
  • Carbohydrates
    79g
  • Net Carbs
    74g
  • Fat
    29g
  • Protein
    38g
  • Sodium
    1450mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Small Pot
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

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

Customize It Instructions

  • If using 20 oz. steak strips, follow same instructions as 10 oz. steak strips, working in batches, if necessary.

  • If using chicken breasts, pat dry, and on a clean cutting board, cut into 1” dice. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Follow same instructions as steak strips in Step 4, stirring occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes.

  • If using shrimp, pat dry and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Follow same instructions as steak strips in Step 4, cooking until shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.

  • If using sliced pork, follow same instructions as steak strips in Steps 1 and 4, stirring occasionally until pork reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes.

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Halve lime. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.

    Stem and mince cilantro.

    Remove stem, seeds, and ribs, and cut pepper into 1/4" strips.

    Halve and peel onion. Cut halves into 1/4" slices.

    Mince garlic.

    Pat steak strips dry. Coarsely chop, then separate pieces. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    Place a small pot over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add garlic to hot pot and stir constantly until lightly toasted and fragrant, 30-60 seconds.

    Add 11/4 cups water, rice, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Bring to a boil.

    Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes.

    Fluff rice with a fork. Stir in cilantro and a pinch of salt. Cover and set aside.

    While rice cooks, continue recipe.

  3. 3

    Cook the Vegetables

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add onions, peppers, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper to hot pan. Stir occasionally until tender and lightly browned, 6-8 minutes.

    If pan becomes dry, add 1-2 Tbsp. water, as needed. Transfer vegetables to a plate. Keep pan over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Cook the Steak

    Add 1 tsp. olive oil, steak strips, fajita seasoning, and a pinch of salt to hot pan. Stir occasionally until no pink remains and steak strips reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 4-6 minutes.

    Transfer vegetables to pan and stir to combine.

    Remove from burner.

    While steak strips cook, continue recipe.

  5. 5

    Make Crema and Finish Dish

    In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, 2 tsp. lime juice, a pinch of salt, and 1 tsp. water. If too thick, add additional water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing with cheese and crema. Squeeze lime wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!

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