Savory Carne Asada Fries
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of carne asada fries, where crispy fries meet tender marinated beef, creamy guacamole, and zesty salsa. This dish is perfect for game nights, parties, or a cozy movie marathon at home. With its vibrant flavors and textures, carne asada fries are sure to become a favorite in your household!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people. 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking, Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 2 cups frozen or fresh fries
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). If using fresh potatoes, cut them into even strips.
- In a bowl, whisk lime juice, garlic, cumin, and chili powder. Add flank steak and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Spread fries on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and crispy (about 20-25 minutes).
- Grill marinated steak over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
- On a serving platter, layer crispy fries with steak strips, top with shredded cheese, guacamole, and salsa.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg