Carne Asada Cheese Fries Recipe

Name: Carne Asada Cheese Fries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1 (22-ounce) package frozen French fries; 12 ounces skirt steak, trimmed if necessary; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 ounces sharp cheddar (about 1 packed cup); 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/2 cup evaporated milk; 3-5 dashes hot sauce, such as Cholula (optional); Cubed avocado, sour cream, cilantro leaves, salsa, and/or pico de gallo (for serving; optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 (22-ounce) package frozen French fries
12 ounces skirt steak, trimmed if necessary
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 ounces sharp cheddar (about 1 packed cup)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup evaporated milk
3-5 dashes hot sauce, such as Cholula (optional)
Cubed avocado, sour cream, cilantro leaves, salsa, and/or pico de gallo (for serving; optional)

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["Whisk salt, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, oregano, and sugar in a small bowl.", "Spread fries on a rimmed baking sheet, toss with 1 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt, and bake according to package directions, tossing halfway through.", "Meanwhile, rub steak with remaining seasoned salt. Heat oil in a large (preferably cast iron) skillet over medium-high. Sear steak 2-3 minutes per side for medium rare. Let rest 10 minutes. Thinly slice against the grain, then cut strips into 1"" pieces. Transfer fries to a large platter; top with steak.", "Toss cheese and cornstarch in a medium heatproof bowl. Pour evaporated milk over and cook in microwave on high 40 seconds. Whisk and continue to cook in 20-second increments, whisking in between, until melted and smooth (about 2 minutes total). Stir in hot sauce, if using.", "Spoon cheese sauce over steak. Top with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, salsa, and/or pico de gallo, if using."]

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Carne Asada Cheese Fries 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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Carne Asada Cheese Fries

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