Carne Asada Fries

What’s better than a plate of nachos or fresh hot French fries?

The marriage of the two.

Taking steak and potatoes to a different level, Carne Asada fries will satisfy several cravings.

Of course, Carne Asada (marinated beef sliced thinly and grilled) is the centerpiece of this meal. However, the crispy crinkle-cut fries replace tortilla chips in this tasty recipe.

Time to enjoy our delicious #carneasadafries

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Why do I love Carne Asada Fries?

Recipes that mimic restaurant food, with a twist of their own, are handy in your favorites list. For example, this easy Carne Asada fry recipe gives you an easy dish to throw together from ingredients you may already have on hand. Everyone will like Carne Asada fries as a main dish, on a buffet for a gathering, or as individual servings.   

How to serve Carne Asada Fries?

Carne Asada fries should be served hot from the oven and then covered with the cooked beef mixture. This is then covered with pepper jack cheese and broiled until the cheese is melted. It should be served immediately and topped with Pico di Gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for extra zest.

Cooking Tips:

Marinating the meat before you put the fries in the oven will help you get the meat cooked and the fries done at almost the same time. For example, the Carne Asada fry recipe calls for the flank steak to be marinated for 20 minutes. However, it can stay in the marinade a little longer if necessary. If you are making fresh guacamole for this recipe, it can also be made ahead, as can the Pico Di Gallo.

Variations:

This Carne Asada recipe calls for crinkle-cut French fries. However, you can use steak fries, straight fries, or even tater tots if you wish. For the industrious, crispy homemade French fries are another alternative to the Carne Asada fries recipe.

Ingredients:

• Crinkle french fries
• CARNE ASADA
• Salt
• Pepper
• Chili powder
• Dried oregano
• Garlic
• Cilantro
• Orange juice
• Lime juice
• Flank steak
• Canola oil
• Shredded Pepper Jack cheese

Toppings:

• Pico Di Gallo
• sour cream
• guacamole
• fresh cilantro leaf

How to make Carne Asada Fries:

Step 1. Follow the cooking directions on the back of the Frozen Crinkle Fry bag

Step 2. 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.

Step 3. Heat a cast-iron skillet with the canola oil over medium heat.

Step 4. Cook the steak for 3 minutes on both sides for medium-cooked steak.

Step 5. Remove the steak and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 6. After 10 minutes dice the steak.

Step 7. Using a cast iron skillet, place the baked french fries, Mexican shredded cheese, and diced carne asada, then broil until the cheese is melted.

Adding the baked french fries.

Adding the Mexican shredded cheese.

Adding the diced carne asada.

Step 8. Before serving, top with sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, cilantro

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How to store Carne Asada Fries?

Carne Asada fries should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They can also be stored in a serving dish covered tightly with plastic film. In addition, fries and Carna Asada can be stored separately and reheated separately for better leftovers.

How to reheat Carne Asada Fries?

If you have put all the ingredients in the same dish, it will all have to be heated at the same time. You can do this by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat To To reheat this easy Carne Asada fries recipe, let it reach a temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This is the temperature reheated protein recipes should reach to be safe.

How much does Carne Asada Fries last on the fridge?

Carne Asada will only last three to four days in the refrigerator after being cooked for the first time. However, there is a way to make them last four or five days. You can prepare each serving and leave your recipe items separate by keeping the Carne Asada separate from the fries.  

Then your French fries can be reheated in the oven, air fryer, or microwave. You can heat the carne asada mix separately, also. Then you can put the dish together, top it with cheese, bake, and enjoy it; the fries won’t be soggy.

Can I make ahead Carne Asada Fries?

The ingredients will last longer by keeping your hot fries separate from your hot Carne Asada and preparing individual or small servings instead of a whole batch. Then, when you finish eating, the ingredients can be stored separately in the fridge and reheated as needed.

Related Recipes You Might Enjoy:

This Mexican restaurant cheese dip is an excellent complement as a snack while preparing your meal or any time you need a pick me up. 

Mexican Taco Lasagna is another easy-to-prepare recipe that will feed four to six people. 

Another twist on French Fry recipes is Baked Garlic Parmesan Fries, which are great for snacks or with an entrée.