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Crispy, golden french fries piled high with tender, marinated carne asada, gooey melted cheese, fresh guacamole, and cool sour cream. This is the ultimate shareable comfort food, perfect for game day or a fun weekend meal.
Marinate the Steak (30 minutes to 4 hours)
Prepare and Fry the Potatoes (20 minutes)
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Crispy, golden french fries piled high with tender, marinated carne asada, gooey melted cheese, fresh guacamole, and cool sour cream. This is the ultimate shareable comfort food, perfect for game day or a fun weekend meal.
This mexican_american recipe takes 55 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 1225.55 calories per serving with 67.21g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or snack or appetizer.
Cook the Carne Asada (15 minutes)
Prepare Guacamole and Assemble (5 minutes)
Swap the carne asada with grilled chicken (pollo asado), carnitas (slow-cooked pork), or al pastor for a different flavor profile.
Get creative with toppings! Add pico de gallo, black beans, cotija cheese, or a drizzle of chipotle crema.
Instead of regular fries, try using sweet potato fries or tater tots as the base for a fun twist.
For a vegetarian version, replace the steak with seasoned and grilled portobello mushrooms or a plant-based meat substitute.
The flank steak provides a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
Avocados are packed with monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and can help reduce bad cholesterol levels.
Potatoes are a great source of complex carbohydrates, providing sustained energy to fuel your body and brain.
A typical serving of Carne Asada Fries can range from 900 to 1200 calories, depending on the portion size and specific toppings. It's a very indulgent dish best enjoyed as a treat.
Carne Asada Fries are a high-calorie, high-fat, and high-sodium comfort food, not a health food. However, they do provide significant protein from the steak and healthy fats from the avocado. It's best enjoyed in moderation.
It's best to assemble just before serving to prevent soggy fries. You can prepare components in advance: marinate the steak, chop vegetables, and even do the first fry of the potatoes. When ready to serve, do the second fry, cook the steak, and assemble.
Flank steak or skirt steak are the most traditional and best choices. They are flavorful cuts that take well to marinades and have a texture that's perfect for grilling and chopping.
You can bake the fries in an oven or use an air fryer. Toss the cut potatoes with a tablespoon of oil and salt, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, or air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.