Cilantro Lime Steak Bowl Recipe ✨ Seared steak, zesty cilantro lime rice, charred corn salsa, and a vibrant cilantro lime sauce. Perfect for a flavorful and hearty dinner! Ingredients: For the Steak: • 3 New York strip steaks • Traeger Blackened Seasoning (or seasoning of choice) • 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for searing Cilantro Lime Rice: • 1 cup long-grain white rice • 2 cups water or broth • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped • Juice and zest of 1 lime Charred Corn Salsa: • 12 oz frozen corn • 3 garlic cloves, minced • 2 tomatoes, diced • 1/4 cup red onion, diced • 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped • Juice of 1 lime • 1/2 tsp cumin • Salt and pepper, to taste • 1 tbsp oil Cilantro Lime Sauce: • 1/4 cup olive oil • Juice of 1/2 lime • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped • 1/2 jalapeño, finely diced • Salt, to taste Instructions: 1. Marinate the Steak: • Remove steaks from the refrigerator. • Rub both sides with olive oil; season generously with blackened seasoning. • Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. 2. Cook the Rice: • Rinse rice until water runs clear. • In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat; add rice and toast for 2 minutes. • Add water and salt; bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes. • Remove from heat; let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in lime juice, zest, and chopped cilantro. 3. Prepare Charred Corn Salsa: • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. • Add frozen corn; season with cumin and salt. Sauté until corn is charred, about 4-5 minutes. • Add minced garlic; cook for an additional minute. • Transfer to a bowl; mix in diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 4. Make the Cilantro Lime Sauce: • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and diced jalapeño. • Season with salt to taste. 5. Cook the Steaks: • Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat; add a drizzle of olive oil. • Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. • Remove from skillet; let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. 6. Assemble the Bowls: • Divide cilantro lime rice among bowls. • Top with sliced steak and charred corn salsa. • Drizzle with cilantro lime sauce.
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