Carne Asada Fries

Name: Carne Asada Fries
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 - 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 tsp. garlic powder; 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder; 1 1/2 tsp. paprika; 1 tsp. freshly ground pepper; 1/4 tsp. cayenne; 1 (1-lb.) package frozen fries; 12 oz. flank steak, sliced into 5" sections; 1 tbsp. vegetable oil; Kosher salt; 3 tbsp. butter; 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 c. whole milk; 2 c. shredded cheddar; Kosher salt; 2 avocados; 1 1/2 tbsp. lime juice; Kosher salt; 1 medium tomato, diced; 1 small yellow onion, finely diced; 1/4 c. sour cream

By Kat BoytsovaPublished: Jan 28, 2020

1 Rating

Emily Hlavac Green

Yields:

4 - 6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Cal/Serv:

751

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These super decadent fries are Tex-Mex in it's truest form. Perfect for watch parties, game-day celebrations, and serious steak cravings.

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Ingredients

For the seasoning mix

2 tsp.
garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp.
onion powder
1 1/2 tsp.
paprika
1 tsp.
freshly ground pepper
1/4 tsp.
cayenne

For the fries and steak

1
(1-lb.) package frozen fries
12 oz.
flank steak, sliced into 5" sections
1 Tbsp.
vegetable oil
Kosher salt

For the cheese sauce

3 Tbsp.
butter
3 Tbsp.
all-purpose flour
1 cup
whole milk
2 cups
shredded cheddar
Kosher salt

For serving

2
avocados
1 1/2 Tbsp.
lime juice
Kosher salt
1
medium tomato, diced
1
small yellow onion, finely diced
1/4 cup
sour cream

Directions

1. Step 1Make the seasoning mix: Mix all ingredients in a small bowl.
2. Step 2Make fries and steak: Preheat oven to 425°. On a large baking sheet, bake french fries in a single layer according to package instructions. Season with salt to taste immediately after they’re baked.
3. Step 3Meanwhile, rub steak with vegetable oil and season with 1 ½ teaspoons salt and 1 tablespoon seasoning mix. Heat a medium cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak and cook, flipping once, until a deep golden crust forms on both sides of the steak, about 5 minutes total. Let meat rest 10 minutes before slicing into 1” cubes.
4. Step 4Make cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add flour and cook until just golden, 1 to 2 minutes more. Add milk and bring to a simmer, then whisk in cheese and let thicken, 3 to 5 minutes more.
5. Step 5Assemble: In a small bow, mash avocados with lime juice and 1 teaspoon seasoning mix, and season with salt. Top fries with cheese sauce, sliced steak, mashed avocado, tomato, onion, and a dollop of sour cream. Sprinkle on remaining seasoning mix and serve immediately.