Asian Steak Frites Recipe

Name: Asian Steak Frites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 20 -ounce package frozen French fries; 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; Kosher salt; 3/4 cup ketchup; 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish; 2 tablespoons Sriracha (Asian chile sauce); 1 1/4 pounds flank steak; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for brushing; 1 English cucumber, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (not seasoned); Freshly ground pepper; 3 scallions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 20 -ounce package frozen French fries
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
Kosher salt
3/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons Sriracha (Asian chile sauce)
1 1/4 pounds flank steak
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
1 English cucumber, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (not seasoned)
Freshly ground pepper
3 scallions, thinly sliced

1
Toss the fries with 1/8 teaspoon five-spice powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt on a baking sheet; bake as the label directs until crisp.
2
Meanwhile, preheat a grill pan over high heat.
3
Mix the ketchup, relish, Sriracha and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon five-spice powder in a bowl; set aside 2 tablespoons for brushing the steak.
4
Prick the steak all over with a fork; season with salt.
5
Brush the grill pan with oil, then add the steak and grill until marked, 12 to 15 minutes, flipping and brushing occasionally with the reserved spiced ketchup.
6
Transfer to a cutting board; let rest 10 minutes, then thinly slice against the grain.
7
Toss the cucumber, vegetable oil and vinegar in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
8
Toss the fries with the scallions, and salt to taste.
9
Serve with the steak and the spiced ketchup.
10
Per serving: Calories 534; Fat 19 g (Saturated 4 g); Cholesterol 54 mg; Sodium 1,342 mg; Carbohydrate 55 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 34 g
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Photograph by Christopher Testani

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 20 -ounce package frozen French fries, 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder, Kosher salt, 3/4 cup ketchup, and more.

Yes, Asian Steak Frites falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Asian Steak Frites

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