Description
Carne Asada Fries are a delicious and hearty Mexican-inspired dish featuring tender grilled carne asada atop crispy French fries, layered with refried beans, melted cheese, and fresh toppings like guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, cilantro, and cotija cheese. This dish is perfect for sharing and brings vibrant flavors and textures to your table in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb carne asada
Fries and Beans
- 1 32-oz bag frozen French fries
- 1 1/2 cups refried beans, warmed
Cheeses
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
Toppings
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- 3/4 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare Carne Asada: Marinate the steak for at least 1 hour, up to 8 hours, to infuse flavors. Grill or cook the steak in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked to medium doneness. Remove from heat and let the steak rest for a few minutes before dicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook Fries: Prepare the frozen French fries according to the package instructions, using your oven or an air fryer until they are crispy and golden brown. Once cooked, spread the fries evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for the next step.
- Top Fries with Beans and Cheese: Drizzle the warmed refried beans evenly over the fries. Then sprinkle a mixture of shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses over the top. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Add Final Toppings: After removing the fries from the oven, top them with the diced carne asada, dollops of guacamole, pico de gallo, and sour cream. Sprinkle the fresh minced cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese on top. Serve immediately, family style, right on the baking sheet for sharing.
Notes
- Marinating the carne asada for longer enhances flavor and tenderness.
- You can use fresh fries if preferred, but frozen fries offer convenience and consistency.
- Adjust cheese quantities to taste or substitute with other Mexican cheeses if desired.
- For spicier pico de gallo, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Serve with extra lime wedges for a fresh citrus finish.
