Carne Asada Loaded Fries (Print Format)

Crispy fries smothered with steak, melty cheese, fresh toppings, and bold flavors. A crowd-pleasing delight.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - Flap meat, flank steak, or skirt steak for carne asada
02 - Carne asada marinade (citrus-based with lemon, lime, and orange juices)
03 - 28-ounce bag of frozen steak-cut fries or homemade fries
04 - Melty cheese such as cheddar or Mexican-style cheese blend

→ Toppings

05 - Pico de gallo
06 - Guacamole
07 - Sour cream
08 - Chopped fresh cilantro
09 - Fresh lime juice

→ Optional Add-Ons

10 - Refried beans
11 - Black or pinto beans
12 - Corn kernels
13 - Nacho cheese sauce
14 - Sliced olives

# Steps:

01 - Prepare the carne asada marinade and marinate the steak for at least 4 hours, but preferably 12 to 24 hours for best flavor.
02 - Cook the marinated steak under the broiler on high heat until medium doneness, then slice the steak thinly against the grain for tenderness.
03 - Bake the frozen fries according to package instructions until they are just cooked, avoiding overcooking as they will be baked again.
04 - Spread the cooked fries on a baking sheet or oven-safe dish, top with shredded cheese, and add the sliced carne asada.
05 - Return the assembled fries to the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Top with pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro. Add any additional toppings as desired and serve immediately.

# Tips:

01 - Marinating the steak for an extended period enhances flavor and tenderness.
02 - For even reheating, remove sour cream and guacamole from leftovers before heating the fries in the oven.

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