Carne Asada Cheese Fries
Serves: 6
Lacy Volkman
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
49
Spice
52
Sweetness
53
Sourness
40
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.3
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1.5 tsps
Kosher Salt1.5 tsps
Paprika1 tsp
Garlic Powder1 tsp
Oregano (dried)1 tsp
Sugar2 tbsps
Vegetable Oil2 tsps
Cornstarch1 cup
Evaporated MilkDirections:
1
Make the seasoned salt: Whisk salt, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, oregano, and sugar in a small bowl
2
Whisk salt, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, oregano, and sugar in a small bowl
3
Cook the fries and steak: Spread fries on a rimmed baking sheet, toss with 1 1/2 tsp
4
Seasoned salt, and bake according to package directions, tossing halfway through
5
Meanwhile, rub steak with remaining seasoned salt
6
Heat oil in a large (preferably cast iron) skillet over medium-high
7
Sear steak 2–3 minutes per side for medium rare
8
Let rest 10 minutes
9
Thinly slice against the grain, then cut strips into 1" pieces
10
Transfer fries to a large platter; top with steak
11
Spread fries on a rimmed baking sheet, toss with 1 1/2 tsp
12
Seasoned salt, and bake according to package directions, tossing halfway through
13
Meanwhile, rub steak with remaining seasoned salt
14
Heat oil in a large (preferably cast iron) skillet over medium-high
15
Sear steak 2–3 minutes per side for medium rare
16
Let rest 10 minutes
17
Thinly slice against the grain, then cut strips into 1" pieces
18
Transfer fries to a large platter; top with steak
19
Make the cheese sauce: Toss cheese and cornstarch in a medium heatproof bowl
20
Pour evaporated milk over and cook in microwave on high 40 seconds
21
Whisk and continue to cook in 20-second increments, whisking in between, until melted and smooth (about 2 minutes total)
22
Stir in hot sauce, if using
23
Spoon cheese sauce over steak
24
Top with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, salsa, and/or pico de gallo, if using
25
Toss cheese and cornstarch in a medium heatproof bowl
26
Pour evaporated milk over and cook in microwave on high 40 seconds
27
Whisk and continue to cook in 20-second increments, whisking in between, until melted and smooth (about 2 minutes total)
28
Stir in hot sauce, if using
29
Spoon cheese sauce over steak
30
Top with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, salsa, and/or pico de gallo, if using