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Carne Asada Fries

Danielle Dunn
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

Carne Asada Fries

  • 2 lb flank steak
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped divided
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 3 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp garlic, minced or chopped
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp italian seasoning
  • 3 russet potatoes, rinsed and cut into vertical sticks
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups pepper jack cheese, shredded for fries
  • guacomole
  • pico de gallo

Pico de gallo

  • 1 cup fresh tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • salt & pepper to taste

Guacamole

  • 2 avocadoes, peeled and pitted
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

For the carne asada fries

  • In a small bowl, mix oil, lime juice, pineapple juice, tbsp of garlic powder, tbsp of onion powder, chili powder, italian seasoning, salt, garlic and cilantro.
  • Place flank steak in deep glass tray and pour marinade mixture on top. Flip steak over and coat other side. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate for a minimum and 30 minutes.
  • Soak potatoes in water for 10 minutes. When ready to cook, rinse and drain until all of excess water is removed.
  • In a large bowl, season fries with paprika, tbsp of garlic powder, tbsp of onion powder and a few pinches of salt.
  • Heat two inches of oil in a pot or skillet to 350 degrees. In batches, cook potatoes until soft, approximately 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Potatoes will not be fully cooked at this point.
  • Increase heat to 400 degrees. Once oil is heated, cook potatoes in batches again until crispy and golden brown.
  • Heat a large skillet to medium high heat. Cook steak on for 7 minutes on each side for medium. If you prefer medium-well, cook for 8-10 minutes on each side. Remove steak to a cutting board, and let rest for a minimum of 5 minutes.
  • Slice steak into small pieces.
  • Place cooked fries in a cast iron skillet or baking sheet and top with shredded pepper jack cheese. Broil in oven for 3-5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
  • Top with carne asada steak, pico de gallo and guacamole. Serve with sour cream if wanted.

Guacamole

  • Place peeled and pitted avocadoes in a small bowl. Use a fork and mash avocadoes until they have reached your desired consistency.
  • Stir in red onion, cilantro, lime juice, pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and add more salt and lime juice if needed.

Pico de gallo

  • In a small bowl, mix diced tomatoes, yellow onion, cilantro, lime juice, few pinches of salt and pepper. Taste and add more salt or lime juice if needed.

Notes

Frozen fries can be used to speed up the process.  If using frozen fries, ensure they are not seasoned.
You can also use store-bought pico de gallo and guacomole.
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