Carne Asada Fries
Carne Asada Fries are the ultimate Mexican-American fusion dish, combining crispy fries with marinated, grilled steak, melted cheese, and fresh toppings like pico de gallo and guacamole.
Equipment
- Grill or Stovetop Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking sheet
- Knife
Ingredients
Marinated Steak
- 1 lb skirt steak or flank steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Fries & Toppings
- 1 lb french fries homemade or frozen
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the steak and marinate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steak for 3-4 minutes per side until medium-rare. Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Cook french fries according to package instructions or fry fresh-cut potatoes until golden and crispy.
- Spread the fries on a serving platter. Layer the sliced steak over the fries and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Place under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Top with pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!