Carne Asada French Fries – Loaded Mexican Street-Style
Carne Asada Fries combine crispy fries with juicy grilled steak.Melted cheese adds creamy, savory richness.Fresh pico de gallo brings brightness and balance.Guacamole and sour cream add smooth texture.Perfect for parties, game nights, or casual dinners.A bold Mexican-American comfort food favorite.
Ingredients
For the Carne Asada:
- 1 ½ pounds flank or skirt steak
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Fries & Toppings:
- 1 large bag frozen French fries (or 4 large potatoes, cut into fries)
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- 1 avocado, mashed (or prepared guacamole)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate steak for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
- Cook fries according to package instructions or fry fresh-cut potatoes until crispy.
- Grill or pan-sear steak over high heat for 4–5 minutes per side.
- Let steak rest for 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over fries and melt under broiler for 1–2 minutes.
- Top with sliced carne asada, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, cilantro, and jalapeños.
- Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges.
Notes
- Use skirt steak for authentic flavor.
- Don’t over-marinate — citrus can break down the meat.
- Cook fries until extra crispy to hold toppings.
- Rest the steak before slicing.
- Slice against the grain for tenderness.
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
- Add hot sauce for extra spice.