Carne Asada Fries
Carne asada fries are a deliciously indulgent dish that combines crispy French fries with juicy marinated flank steak, topped with melted cheddar cheese, creamy guacamole, and vibrant salsa verde. Perfect for gatherings or late-night cravings, these fries offer a mouthwatering explosion of flavors and textures. Whether you’re entertaining friends or enjoying a cozy night in, carne asada fries are sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 cups frozen French fries
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- ½ cup guacamole
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa verde
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: Combine lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add flank steak and marinate in the fridge for at least an hour.
- Cook the fries: Prepare French fries according to package instructions until golden brown and crispy.
- Grill the steak: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill steak for about 5-7 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached.
- Slice the steak: Let the grilled steak rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Assemble: On a large plate, layer crispy fries with sliced steak and sprinkle grated cheddar cheese on top while still hot.
- Add toppings: Finish with guacamole, sour cream, salsa verde, and fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg