Best Carne Asada Fries Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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CARNE ASADA FRIES



Carne Asada Fries image

Skip the takeout from your favorite Mexican restaurant and try making carne asada fries at home instead! They're smothered in cheddar cheese, guacamole, jalapenos, and juicy carne asada for a flavor combination you won't be able to get enough of.

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Appetizer     lunch

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

One recipe for carne asada
26 oz Frozen French Fries, (or homemade fries)
2 cups Cheddar Cheese, (shredded)
1 Roma Tomato, (diced)
1-2 Jalapeños, (sliced or diced)
1/4 Red Onion, (chopped)
1/2 cup Guacamole
1/2 cup Sour Cream
Cilantro (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Prepare the carne asada ahead of time before assembling the fries. There is a link provided in the recipe card.
  • Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit and spray non-stick cooking spray in a cast iron pan or an oven-safe skillet or baking sheet.
  • Bake or air fry the French fries according to package directions. Top the fries with cheese and bake for 5-7 minutes until the cheese has melted.
  • Chop the carne asada and put on top of the cheese fries. Layer on the tomato, jalepeno, red onion, guacamole, and sour cream. Feel free to leave out or add any of the toppings. Garnish with cilantro and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 549 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 856 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g

CARNE ASADA FRIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Carne Asada Fries Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: russet potatoes, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, chili powder, dried oregano, garlic, fresh cilantro, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice, flank steak, canola oil, shredded Pepper Jack cheese, sour cream, guacamole, tomato, fresh cilantro leaf, cotija cheese

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 russet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
½ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup fresh lime juice
½ lb flank steak
1 tablespoon canola oil
½ cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
sour cream
guacamole
1 tomato, diced
fresh cilantro leaf
cotija cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the potatoes into wedges. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika until each fry is fully coated.
  • Place the fries on the baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the fries are crispy and golden brown.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the salt, pepper, chili powder, oregano, garlic, cilantro, orange juice, and lime juice. Add the flank steak and marinate for 20 minutes.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet with the canola oil over medium heat. Cook the steak for 3 minutes on both sides for medium-cooked steak. Remove the steak and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • After 10 minutes dice the steak.
  • In an ovenproof skillet, place the baked french fries, Pepper Jack cheese, and diced carne asada, then broil until the cheese is melted.
  • Before serving, top with sour cream, guacamole, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and grated cotija cheese.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 811 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 9 grams

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