Carne Asada Fries
Carne asada fries are a mouthwatering fusion of crispy fries and savory marinated beef, topped with melted cheese, fresh guacamole, and zesty jalapeños. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for game nights, parties, or any time you crave a delicious indulgence. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these fries create a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 lb flank or skirt steak
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup guacamole
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup sliced jalapeños
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the fries: Wash, peel, and cut russet potatoes into thick strips. Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch.
- Fry the potatoes: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry potato strips in batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
- Marinate the steak: In a bowl, mix lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add steak and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear the steak: Heat a skillet over high heat. Sear steak for about 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let rest before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Assemble: Layer crispy fries with sliced carne asada, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and broil until bubbly.
- Top: Add guacamole, jalapeños, sour cream, and cilantro before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg