Cheesesteak Taco Fries

These Cheesesteak Taco Fries are the perfect combination of two classic meals that will leave your mouth watering!

Piled high with your favorite taco toppings, these fries are bursting with flavor and texture. Why crowd your table with cheesesteak, tacos, and French fries when you can make all three into one incredible dish?

Not only are these Cheesesteak Taco Fries yum, they are also incredibly easy to make. Plus, you can customize them to fit whatever flavors you’re in the mood for, whether that’s something bold and spicy or a taste that’s more mellow and hearty. You can take your own homemade cheesesteak taco fries ideas and add them to this recipe.

Do you like fat steak fries that take three bites to eat? Are you a fan of the super skinny classic fast food style fries? Maybe you like french fries with a little bit of the skin all nice and browned on them. This recipe is easily customizable, ensuring you get your favorite versions of every ingredient.

Whether you like it spicy or mild, these family friendly cheesesteak taco fries are sure to satisfy, and you’ll love returning to this recipe every so often to toss in new flavors and make it your own.

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What Do I Love About Cheesesteak Taco Fries?

I like greens and reds. I love the crispiness and the crunch. I love how the ground beef gets so tender with the taco seasoning and then soaked in all that melted cheese. Ah! Just love everything about it. But I really love that I can put something on the table in under an hour that looks like it took a lot of effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Minimal Prep: You only need to chop a few vegetables for this recipe, and the rest is easily added without any prep.
• Highly Customizable: Use any type of meat, cheese, or style of French fries you want for personalization.
• Great for Parties: Bring homemade flair and deliciousness to any game night, backyard gathering, or party.
• Scalable for Individuals or Groups: Easy to make as a solo dish for dinner or a big platter for the family.
• Protein Packed: High protein meal with hearty beef (or any meat you want to use)

What Can I Serve with Cheesesteak Taco Fries?

We can eat these any time of the day. Even if there aren’t any sides, the cheesy taco fries win us over. But when I have guests over, I pair the Cheesesteak Taco Fries with a cool and creamy salad. It adds a perfect balance. Other main course dishes I serve with the Cheesesteak Taco Fries are my Baked Chicken with Spicy Garlic Butter and steamed broccoli or peas.

I also once tried it with a cold cup of beer. Just saying…

What Variations Can I Make with Cheesesteak Taco Fries?

Twists are always welcome in my kitchen. It keeps the fun alive for me! So, I’ve tried a few tweaks to the original recipe, and here are the ideas that worked great:

• Add chopped jalapenos for a fiery kick.
• Throw in some cilantro for a zesty flavor.
• Swap out the cheese, and use a combo of shredded pepper jack and cheddar.
• Serve them with a side of guacamole for a creamy finish.
• Add some bacon bits for a smoky crunch.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Reduce the Calories: Try low-fat cheese, substitute turkey for the beef, and make sure the fries feature simple ingredients to reduce overall calories. This healthy cheesesteak taco fries version is still tasty but will weigh just a little less on the waistline.

Change the Cheese: Try a smoked Gouda or smoked Gruyère to give the dish a smoky flavor. Try a four-cheese Mexican blend for some extra cheesy fun. Go with provolone if you want to mimic the classic cheesesteak style rather than the taco angle.

Upgrade the Meat: Switch the ground beef to steak strips for the authentic Philly cheesesteak vibe. You can sauté steak strips in a skillet just like you would brown ground beef. Simply stir the strips every so often until all sides are browned.

Make Your Own Fries: If you’re interested in making things from scratch, you can cut up your own potatoes for this recipe and make your own fries. Adding a spritz of cooking oil and a dusting of cornstarch will help make them crispy when you bake them. 

Ingredients: 

• Frozen waffle fries
• Ground beef
• Onion chopped
• Taco seasoning
• Shredded cheddar jack cheese
• Chopped green onions
• Tomato diced

How to make Cheesesteak Taco Fries:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. 

Step 2. Cook the waffle fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy. 

Step 3. While the fries are cooking, cook the ground beef and onion over medium-high heat on the stove. Add the onions only after the meat has browned for a short while, so you don’t burn the onions.

Cook until the meat is browned and the onions are softened. Drain any excess grease. If you’re not a fan of working with grease, choose a lower-fat version of your ground beef and you’ll have less grease.

Step 4. Lower the heat to low, and stir in the taco seasoning. Saute another few minutes, stirring to combine. 

Step 5. Top the fries with the beef mixture.

Then sprinkle with the cheese. 

Step 6. Bake for another 5-10 minutes. Turn the heat down to 350 for melty cheese rather than toasty cheese.

Step 7. Top with the green onions and tomatoes before serving. Next time you have friends over, make these Cheesesteak Taco Fries and watch their taste buds come alive.

Can I Make Cheesesteak Taco Fries Ahead of Time?

Yes, you absolutely can! You can make the ground beef base beforehand. Just cook the ground beef and season it with taco seasoning. Store it in the fridge in an airtight box for up to three days. When you’re ready to bake, just heat the base and assemble your Cheesesteak Taco Fries. Let the magic happen.

How to Store the Leftovers?

Well, there shouldn’t be any, LOL! But if you have any leftovers, keep them in an airtight box for about two days. Reheat the Cheesesteak Taco Fries in the oven or microwave until hot.

I don’t know. I feel the potatoes lose their crispiness and texture if they’re refrigerated. But you can always try it out first and see how it turns out.

Putting the oven on at least 400 should help maintain the crispiness of the fries, but an air fryer is a great alternative, too.

Serving Suggestions

This recipe will be a hit at any gathering whether you follow the instructions faithfully or come up with a few of your own homemade cheesesteak taco fries ideas.

You can certainly serve this dish as the main spectacle, but pairing this hearty dish with some roasted vegetables is a solid idea, especially ones dusted with garlic powder and onion powder.

A crisp salad as a starter is another excellent option, and you can also include a bowl of cool grapes that will pair deliciously with the cheese and beef of this recipe. This is the best cheesesteak taco fries recipe because it can totally stand on its own, but it’s also easily paired with fruit, salad, or vegetables.

Tips for Success

One of the best reasons to make this quick cheesesteak taco fries recipe is that it’s easy and doesn’t require multiple trips to the grocery store or lots of time spent chopping and preparing the ingredients. However, there are a few ways you can get the best results from your efforts, even if you’re only making the recipe for a last-minute movie night.

Make the Beef Tender: If you add a little milk to the beef while you brown it, the beef will remain tender as you cook it and won’t dry out. This is particularly useful if you’re using a lower fat version of beef.

Caramelize the Onions: If you’re willing to put an extra step into this simple cheesesteak taco fries meal, cook your onions first until they’re caramelized and then set them aside while you then brown the beef. Add the onions back in after you drain the beef for the perfect mixture.

Add Water to the Seasoning: If your beef and onions feel a little dry while you’re mixing in your taco seasoning, sprinkle a little water into the pan to make mixing easier as the seasoning heats into the meat.