Tender Steak with Creamy Queso and Rice - Chef Melt

Ingredients

• 450g (1 pound) of flank or sirloin steak
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 cloves garlic, minced fresh
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1½ cups whole milk
• Salt and black pepper to add flavor
• 2 cups freshly grated cheddar
• 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water or chicken broth (low-sodium)
• Salt as needed
• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Sliced jalapeños
• Cut lime wedges
• Sliced ripe avocado