Description
Carne Asada Fries are a delicious and hearty Mexican-inspired dish featuring crispy fries topped with savory grilled carne asada, warm refried beans, melty cheeses, and fresh toppings like guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese. Perfect for sharing, this recipe combines bold flavors and satisfying textures in a quick 35-minute meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb carne asada
- 1 32-oz bag frozen French fries
- 1 1/2 cups refried beans, warmed
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- 3/4 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare carne asada: Marinate the steak for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours to develop flavor. Then, grill or cook the steak in a cast iron skillet until browned and cooked to medium. Allow the steak to rest before dicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook fries: Prepare the frozen French fries according to the package instructions, using either your oven or an air fryer to achieve crispy fries. Once cooked and crispy, spread the fries out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Top fries with beans and cheese: Drizzle the warmed refried beans evenly over the fries, then sprinkle both shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses on top. Place the fries back into the oven for 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Add more toppings: Remove the fries from the oven and generously top with diced carne asada, guacamole, pico de gallo, dollops of sour cream, fresh minced cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese. Serve immediately, ideally family style on the baking sheet for a fun and casual dining experience.
Notes
- Marinating the carne asada for several hours enhances the flavor and tenderness of the steak.
- Using a cast iron skillet or grill provides a nice sear and smokiness to the carne asada.
- Ensure fries are crispy before adding toppings to prevent sogginess.
- Warm the refried beans before drizzling to help melt the cheese thoroughly.
- Customize toppings like adding jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
