Recipe- Tasty Appetizer Carne Asada Fries

Carne asada fries are a local San Diego specialty. But you can easily make them at home with oven baked fries, grilled carne asada and fresh ingredients. They’re perfect for parties, game days and whenever you’re craving a tasty appetizer or meal. Carne asada fries might be known throughout SoCal (as Mexican hotspots in Los Angeles now offer them), but they’re really a San Diego classic. If you’re a native San Diegan, you know what I’m talking about. And if you’re not, let me introduce you to your new favorite gluten-free, corn-free nacho replacement.

Ingredients

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

Method

* 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.

* Preheat the oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit.

* 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.

* 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.

* Bake the fries for 25-30 minutes and use a spatula to flip the fries halfway through.

* 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.