Carne Asada Fries (Best Ever!)
Carne asada fries are a local San Diego specialty. But this homemade version with baked french fries and grilled carne asada is just as delicious.
- Prep time
- 20 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1/2 recipe carne asada
- 4 russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
- 3 tbsp guacamole
- 3 tbsp sour cream
Instructions
- 1
Make the carne asada as per the those recipe instructions. Marinate the meat ahead of time, but you can grill it while your baking the fries.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit.
- 3
To make the fries, slice each russet potato in half, then half again. Slice each quarter into strips, then slice the strips into equally sized fries.
- 4
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and add the fries. You may need two baking trays to keep the fries on a single layer. Add the olive oil and spices and toss to coat.
- 5
Bake the fries for 25-30 minutes and use a spatula to flip the fries halfway through.
- 6
To serve, place the fries on a plate, sprinkle with cheddar cheese and add the carne asada. Top with a dollop of guacamole and sour cream.