Description
Carne Asada Fries are a mouthwatering combination of crispy fries and tender, marinated steak, topped with gooey cheese, fresh guacamole, and vibrant pico de gallo. This dish is perfect for sharing at parties or indulging in during a cozy night in. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, Carne Asada Fries bring a fiesta to any table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the flank steak in lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper for at least one hour or overnight.
- 2. Slice russet potatoes into fries, rinse under cold water, and dry thoroughly.
- 3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F. Fry potato slices in batches until golden brown (about 5-6 minutes). Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
- 4. Grill the marinated flank steak over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes per side until medium-rare. Allow it to rest before slicing thinly.
- 5. Layer fries on a platter and top with sliced steak, melted cheese, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: To enhance your Carne Asada Fries experience, consider adding jalapeños for heat or avocado crema for added creaminess. For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with grilled veggies or tofu marinated in similar spices.