Honey BBQ Steak Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Beef and Marinade Mix

01 - 1 pound (450g) flank steak, cut into thin strips
02 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
03 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
04 - Salt and pepper as needed
05 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tsp garlic powder

→ Sweet BBQ Sauce

08 - ½ cup (120ml) your favorite barbecue sauce
09 - 1 tsp garlic powder
10 - 2 tbsp honey
11 - ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
12 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
13 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

→ Rice and Creamy Topping

14 - 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
15 - 1 cup (180g) uncooked rice (white)
16 - ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
17 - 1 tbsp butter
18 - 1 small onion, diced small
19 - 1 ¾ cups (420ml) beef broth (low-sodium)
20 - ½ cup (50g) cheddar cheese, shredded
21 - Salt and pepper for seasoning
22 - Fresh parsley to sprinkle on top

# Instructions:

01 - Mix the soy sauce, Worcestershire, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a dish. Add the steak and toss until it's covered. Let it sit in the fridge for at least 15 minutes or up to an hour.
02 - In a small bowl, combine barbecue sauce, honey, mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and chili powder if you'd like a kick of spice. Keep it aside.
03 - Warm up olive oil in a big frying pan over medium-high heat. Sear the steak on each side for around 2-3 minutes, or until browned to your liking. Set aside, keeping it warm.
04 - Adjust heat to medium, then toss butter, onion, and garlic into the pan. Stir together, scraping the bits off the pan. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the onions are soft and the garlic gives off a great smell.
05 - Add the raw rice to the skillet and stir to coat it in that buttery goodness. Let it toast for about a minute or two, then pour in the beef broth. Once it begins to boil, cover and let it simmer gently for 15-18 minutes until the rice turns tender.
06 - When the rice is done, stir in the heavy cream and cheddar. Mix until the cheese melts completely. Season with a dash of salt and pepper, adding another bit of butter if you want it richer.
07 - Put the seared beef and any juices back into the skillet. Pour the BBQ sauce mix on top. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld and the sauce thickens a little.
08 - Take the skillet off the heat, sprinkle some fresh parsley on top, and serve it all up hot.

# Notes:

01 - Leave the steak in the marinade longer for even more flavor.