Description

Carne Asada Fries are a crave-worthy Mexican-American dish featuring crispy fries loaded with tender grilled steak, melty cheese, and all your favorite toppings. It’s like nachos, but with fries—and yes, they’re as epic as they sound. Perfect for sharing (or not)!

Ingredients

For the carne asada:

1 lb flank or skirt steak
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste

For the fries:

1 bag (about 1.5 lbs) frozen French fries or fresh homemade fries
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend cheese

Toppings:

1/2 cup guacamole or sliced avocado
1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
1/2 cup pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Sliced jalapeños (optional)
Lime wedges (for serving)

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Instructions

Marinate the steak:
In a bowl or zip-top bag, combine olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add steak and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours for best flavor).
Cook the fries:
Bake or air fry your fries according to package directions until crispy. Spread onto a large oven-safe platter or baking sheet.
Cook the steak:
Heat a grill or skillet over high heat. Cook the steak for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain and chop into bite-sized pieces.
Assemble:
Sprinkle fries with cheese and broil for 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted. Remove from oven and top with chopped carne asada.

Add toppings:
Spoon on guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, cilantro, jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately!

Notes

Want to save time? Use leftover grilled steak or pre-cooked carne asada.
Spice it up with chipotle crema or hot sauce.
Make it a meal by adding black beans or corn.