How to Make Carne Asada French Fries - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carne Asada French Fries are a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comforting and indulgent appeal of loaded french fries. This recipe is the perfect fusion of two beloved food traditions, resulting in a mouthwatering and memorable meal that is sure to become a favorite in your household.

The star of this dish is the carne asada, a classic Mexican marinated and grilled beef dish that is tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. When ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound beef skirt steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle lager beer (such as Corona®)
  • ½ (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning with coriander and annatto (such as Goya®)
  • 1 (26 ounce) package frozen French fries
  • 1 cup queso blanco sauce
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place steak, beer, and sazon seasoning in a gallon-sized resealable bag. Refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spread French fries evenly on a baking sheet.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Cook steak for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • Bake fries in the preheated oven until light golden in color, 11 to 15 minutes. Divide among 4 serving plates and drizzle queso over the top.
  • Slice steak across the grain into bite-sized pieces and scatter over the fries. Garnish with onion and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    431 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 35mg
    • Sodium: 1403mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 980mg