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Carne Asada Fries

Irresistible Carne Asada Fries with Melted Queso Bliss

This Carne Asada Fries recipe combines crispy fries, savory carne asada, and creamy queso for a perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 750
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fries
  • 24 oz Frozen French Fries Choose crinkle-cut or steak fries for the best texture.
For the Carne Asada
  • 1 lb Carne Asada Marinating overnight yields the best flavor.
For the Queso Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can use salted butter; reduce additional salt.
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Half-and-half can be used for a richer sauce.
  • 1 cup Shredded White Cheddar Monterey Jack can be used for a different flavor.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Guacamole Both homemade and store-bought options are great.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Queso Fresco Feta cheese can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Pico de Gallo Any favorite store-bought salsa can be used.
  • 1 cup Jalapeno Rings Optional for an extra kick.

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • medium saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Marinate and Grill Carne Asada
  1. Marinate carne asada for 1-2 hours, ideally overnight. Grill at medium-high for 4-5 minutes each side until medium-rare. Let rest for 5-7 minutes, then chop.
Make Queso Sauce
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan, then whisk in flour. Cook until golden, then add milk gradually while whisking. Cook until thick and stir in cheese until smooth.
Bake French Fries
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread fries on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
Assemble the Dish
  1. Arrange fries on a platter, top with queso sauce, and chopped carne asada.
Add Toppings
  1. Top with guacamole, sour cream, queso fresco, pico de gallo, and optional jalapenos.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Serve immediately while hot for the best experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Customize toppings to your liking for a personalized dish.

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