Carne Asada Fries
Indulge in the vibrant taste of carne asada fries, where crispy golden fries meet savory marinated steak, gooey cheese, and fresh toppings. This dish is perfect for game nights or cozy gatherings, combining comfort food elements into a mouthwatering experience. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will impress your friends and family!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or skirt steak
- 4 cups frozen French fries
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 1 cup guacamole
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 2 lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake frozen fries according to package instructions until crispy.
- Season steak with salt, pepper, and spices. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, sear steak for 4-5 minutes per side. Let rest before slicing.
- Once fries are crispy, sprinkle cheese on top and return to oven until melted.
- Layer sliced carne asada over the cheesy fries, then add guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and cilantro.
- Squeeze lime juice over the top and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg