Carne Asada Fries Recipe

Name: Carne Asada Fries Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1-2 serrano peppers (minced (or use jalapeno peppers for a milder version)); 4 cloves garlic (minced); ¼ - ½ cup chopped cilantro; ¼ cup olive oil; Juice from 2 large oranges (about a ¾ cup); Juice from 2 limes; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar (apple cider vinegar is good, too); 1 tablespoon ancho powder (optional, but I LOVE it); 1 teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon sea salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1.5 pounds skirt or flank steak; 4 large baking potatoes; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3-4 tablespoons taco seasoning blend; 2.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend; 8 ounces salsa con queso ((optional, for extra cheesy) - use your favorite brand); Creamy guacamole, sliced jalapeno peppers, sliced cherry tomatoes, Mexican crema, spicy chili flakes and fresh chopped cilantro, or whatever else you'd like.

Prep 20 min Cook 50 min Serves 12 Source

Ingredients

1-2 serrano peppers (minced (or use jalapeno peppers for a milder version))
4 cloves garlic (minced)
¼ - ½ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup olive oil
Juice from 2 large oranges (about a ¾ cup)
Juice from 2 limes
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar (apple cider vinegar is good, too)
1 tablespoon ancho powder (optional, but I LOVE it)
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1.5 pounds skirt or flank steak
4 large baking potatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
3-4 tablespoons taco seasoning blend
2.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
8 ounces salsa con queso ((optional, for extra cheesy) - use your favorite brand)
Creamy guacamole, sliced jalapeno peppers, sliced cherry tomatoes, Mexican crema, spicy chili flakes and fresh chopped cilantro, or whatever else you'd like.

Steps

1
Whisk together the serrano peppers, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, vinegar, ancho powder, cumin and salt and pepper in a medium sized bowl until well combined. Marinate the steak in a bowl or sealable baggie in the refrigerator at least 2 hours, or overnight for more flavor penetration.
2
Discard the marinade, then grill the steak 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked to your liking. 135 degrees F is medium-rare. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
3
Wash and scrub the potatoes, then slice them into ¼ inch slices lengthwise. Think “French fry” size. You can leave the skins on, if desired.
4
Cover the potatoes in a bowl with cold water and soak for at least 10 minutes. 60 minutes is better. Drain the pat the potatoes as dry as you can get them.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177 C).
6
Toss the potatoes with olive oil and taco seasoning blend. Spread the fries out onto baking sheets and bake for 20 minutes, tossing them a bit about half way through.
7
Increase the heat to 450 degrees F (232 C). and bake another 20-25 minutes, or until the fries are crispy. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees F.
8
Top the cooked fries with shredded cheese, salsa con queso (if using) and the chopped carne asada.
9
Bake 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is nicely melted.
10
Top and serve.