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Carne Asada Fries Recipe

The best carne asada fries made with tender marinated, grilled carne asada steak and crispy French fries topped with melted cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, all your favorite toppings! It's the ultimate game day or party appetizer.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 290 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

FOR THE CARNE ASADA
  • 1-2 Serrano peppers minced (or use jalapeno peppers for a milder version)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ - ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Juice from 2 large oranges about a ¾ cup
  • Juice from 2 limes
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar apple cider vinegar is good, too
  • 1 tablespoon ancho powder optional, but I LOVE it
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 pounds skirt or flank steak
FOR THE FRIES
  • 4 large baking potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3-4 tablespoons taco seasoning blend
FOR TOPPING
  • 2.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 8 ounces salsa con queso (optional, for extra cheesy) - use your favorite brand
  • Creamy guacamole, sliced jalapeno peppers, sliced cherry tomatoes, Mexican crema, spicy chili flakes and fresh chopped cilantro, or whatever else you'd like.

Instructions

FOR THE CARNE ASADA (Easily Make Ahead)
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  1. Whisk together the serrano peppers, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, vinegar, ancho powder, cumin and salt and pepper in a medium sized bowl until well combined. Marinate the steak in a bowl or sealable baggie in the refrigerator at least 2 hours, or overnight for more flavor penetration.
  2. Discard the marinade, then grill the steak 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked to your liking. 135 degrees F is medium-rare. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
FOR THE FRIES (Or Use Prepared Frozen French Fries)
  1. Wash and scrub the potatoes, then slice them into ¼ inch slices lengthwise. Think “French fry” size. You can leave the skins on, if desired.
  2. Cover the potatoes in a bowl with cold water and soak for at least 10 minutes. 60 minutes is better. Drain the pat the potatoes as dry as you can get them.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177 C).
  4. Toss the potatoes with olive oil and taco seasoning blend. Spread the fries out onto baking sheets and bake for 20 minutes, tossing them a bit about half way through.
  5. Increase the heat to 450 degrees F (232 C). and bake another 20-25 minutes, or until the fries are crispy. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees F.
FOR THE CARNE ASADA FRIES
  1. Top the cooked fries with shredded cheese, salsa con queso (if using) and the chopped carne asada.
  2. Bake 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is nicely melted.
  3. Top and serve.

Notes

  • Prep and Cooking times are based on starting with prepared carne asada and prepared fries.
  • Nutritional information estimated without toppings.

Nutrition Information

Calories 290kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Cholesterol 70mg (23%) Sodium 641mg (27%) Potassium 284mg (8%) Fiber 0.5g (2%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 563IU (11%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 240mg (24%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 290

% Daily Value*

Calories 290kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 70mg 23%
Sodium 641mg 27%
Potassium 284mg 6%
Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 563IU 11%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 240mg 24%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.