Carne Asada Fries

Name: Carne Asada Fries
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Cilantro', 'amount': 'Handful, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Salsa', 'amount': 'As needed for garnishing'}; {'ingredient': 'Sour cream', 'amount': 'As needed for garnishing'}; {'ingredient': 'Guacamole', 'amount': 'As needed for garnishing'}; {'ingredient': 'Cheddar cheese', 'amount': '1 cup, shredded'}; {'ingredient': 'Frozen french fries', 'amount': '1 bag'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt and pepper', 'amount': 'To taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Chili powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '2 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Orange juice', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Lime juice', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Flank steak', 'amount': '1 lb'}

Hola amigos! Prepare your taste buds for a fiesta with our Carne Asada Fries. This popular San Diego street food is a flavorful fusion of traditional Mexican Carne Asada and classic American French fries. The marriage of the savory marinated steak with the crispy golden fries is simply irresistible. And, crowned with melted cheddar, homemade guacamole, tangy sour cream, and freshly chopped cilantro, it's a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite. Pair this with a chilled glass of horchata or a frosty margarita for a perfect Mexican-American culinary experience.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Cilantro (handful, finely chopped)
Salsa (as needed for garnishing)
Sour cream (as needed for garnishing)
Guacamole (as needed for garnishing)
Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)
Frozen french fries (1 bag)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
Cumin (1 teaspoon)
Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
Orange juice (1/2 cup)
Lime juice (1/4 cup)
Flank steak (1 lb)

Instructions

In a bowl, combine lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the flank steak and marinate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
Preheat the oven according to the instructions on the frozen french fries package. Bake the fries until crispy and golden brown.
In a large oven-safe dish, spread the cooked french fries in an even layer. Top with the sliced carne asada and shredded cheddar cheese.
Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and garnish with guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 750 • Fat: 35g • Carbs: 65g • Protein: 40g • Sodium: 1500mg • Sugar: 4g

Carne Asada Fries

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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