Savory Steak with Creamy Queso and Rice - Zest Plate

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) flank steak or sirloin
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
• 1½ cups whole milk
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, freshly shredded
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
• Jalapeño slices
• Ripe avocado, sliced
• Lime wedges