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

Carne Asada Fries are a popular and delicious dish that originated in Southern California. This mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures is sure to satisfy any craving for a savory, hearty meal. The dish consists of crispy French fries topped with juicy, marinated carne asada, melty cheese, and a variety of fresh toppings.

Carne asada, which translates to "grilled meat" in Spanish, is a traditional Latin American dish that typically features thinly sliced beef marinated in a ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 pound beef flank steak, cut into thin strips
  • 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen French fries
  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1 tablespoon guacamole seasoning mix
  • ½ (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican cheese blend, or to taste
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions, or to taste
  • ¼ cup sour cream, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine soy sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, Cajun seasoning, and lime juice in a glass or ceramic bowl; add steak. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, up to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook steak on the preheated grill until firm and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Deep-fry the French fries in the hot oil until golden brown and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes, working in batches and adding more oil as needed. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Mash avocados with guacamole seasoning in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Place the fries on a microwave-safe plate and layer with cooked carne asada and Mexican cheese. Heat in the microwave for 20 seconds. Add guacamole, sour cream, and finish it with green onions.
  • Nutrition

    346 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 882mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 122mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 612mg