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carne asada fries

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Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
@ClubFoody
Surrey South, BC

Loaded with yumminess, this is a tasty meal to enjoy this summer!

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 6 Hr 35 Min
cook time 3 Min
method Grill

Ingredients For carne asada fries

  • CARNE ASADA
  • 5 clove
    garlic
  • 1 lg
    jalapeño pepper, seeded and ribs removed
  • 1/2 c
    cilantro
  • 2 Tbsp
    brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    pureed chipotle in adobo
  • 2 Tbsp
    freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground Himalayan pink salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    freshly ground black pepper (I always use mixed peppercorns)
  • 2 Tbsp
    canola oil, plus more to oil the grates
  • 1/4 c
    freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 lb
    beef round roast, flank or skirt steak
  • FRIES
  • 1 bag
    frozen fries, cooked (1 lb. 10 oz.)
  • 2 1/2 c
    cheddar cheese sauce
  • 1 c
    pico de gallo
  • 4 scoop
    guacamole
  • 4 Tbsp
    sour cream or crema, or to taste
  • 4 lg
    lime wedges, for garnish

How To Make carne asada fries

  • 1
    To make the carne asada, add all ingredients except beef to the bowl of a food processor and process until blended.
  • 2
    Place half the meat slices in a large bowl and pour half the marinade over it; toss well to coat.
  • 3
    Transfer the meat to a large re-sealable plastic bag; repeat with remaining meat slices and marinade.
  • 4
    Transfer the bag to the fridge and marinate for 6 to 18 hours.
  • 5
    Remove the bag from the fridge and bring the meat to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  • 6
    Meanwhile, turn the barbecue’s temperature to 450 - 500 degrees F and oil the grates. Place the meat on the grill and cook for 1 to 1 and a half minutes per side – don’t overcook.
  • 7
    Remove from the heat, loosely cover with foil, and let the meat slices rest for 2 minutes before cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
  • 8
    To assemble the dish: Cover the bottom of a plate or bowl with the cooked French fries and top with the meat pieces. Drizzle on the cheese sauce, spoon on the Pico de Gallo, add a big scoop of guacamole, and finish with sour cream.
  • 9
    Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately.
  • 10
    To view this amazing comfort food on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/rLgibAPcTkg
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