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Crispy Carne Asada Fries Recipe with Creamy Guacamole

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy fries topped with juicy, smoky carne asada and fresh, creamy guacamole. Perfect for casual gatherings or a satisfying comfort meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank or skirt steak (well-marbled)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 small tomato, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (about 1 cup), pickled jalapeños, sour cream or Mexican crema, fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Carne Asada: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the steak and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours.
  2. Prepare the Fries: Wash and cut potatoes into 1/4 inch thick fries. Soak in cold water for 20 minutes to remove excess starch. Pat dry thoroughly.
  3. Cook the Fries: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat or preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Fry potatoes in batches until golden and crisp (5-7 minutes per batch) or bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway. Season with salt immediately after cooking.
  4. Cook the Carne Asada: Heat skillet or grill pan over high heat until very hot. Remove steak from marinade, letting excess drip off. Cook steak 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  5. Make the Guacamole: Mash avocados with lime juice and garlic powder. Fold in diced tomato, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Assemble the Fries: Spread fries on a serving platter, top evenly with sliced carne asada, sprinkle cheese if using, and add dollops of guacamole and optional toppings like pickled jalapeños or sour cream.
  7. Serve Immediately: Garnish with fresh lime wedges and enjoy while fries are crispy and meat is warm.

Notes

Let steak rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Dry fries thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Slice steak thinly against the grain for tenderness. For melted cheese, broil assembled fries 1-2 minutes carefully. Frozen fries can be used with adjusted cooking times. Store leftovers separately and reheat fries in oven or air fryer to maintain crispness.

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