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Carne Asada Cheese Fries

Carne Asada Cheese Fries are the ultimate comfort food that brings together crispy fries, savory carne asada, and gooey melted cheese. Topped with fresh guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo, this dish is a fiesta of flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for game day or cozy nights in, these loaded fries are sure to impress.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb frozen crinkle-cut French fries
  • 1 lb marinated flank steak
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup guacamole (fresh or store-bought)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • ¼ cup sliced jalapeños (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven according to package instructions and bake fries until golden brown (20-25 minutes).
  2. While fries bake, season flank steak with salt and pepper; grill over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked to preference.
  3. Let steak rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  4. Once fries are done, sprinkle cheese on top and return to oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
  5. Remove from oven and add carne asada, pico de gallo, jalapeños if using, guacamole, and sour cream.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!
  • Author: Ashley Adams
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling/Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
  • Calories: 680
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 1150mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate carne asada overnight. Swap crinkle-cut fries for sweet potato fries for a unique twist. Use pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick.