Crispy Carne Asada Fries – 40% Fewer Calories
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Crispy Carne Asada Fries – 40% Fewer Calories

Loaded Mexican street fries topped with seasoned grilled beef, melted cheese, and creamy avocado crema. This Fat Switch version swaps deep-fried potatoes for baked wedges and heavy sour cream for Greek yogurt, cutting 230 calories while keeping every bit of that charred, smoky indulgence.

25m
Prep Time
35m
Cook Time
2
Servings
348
Calories
24g
Protein
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🛒 Ingredients

  • 300g russet potatoes, cut into 1cm wedges
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • Sea salt to taste
  • 280g skirt or flank steak
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ⅓ cup 0% Greek yogurt
  • 60g reduced-fat sharp cheddar, grated

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep & Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine lime juice, soy sauce, cumin, minced garlic, and 1 tbsp cilantro. Rub beef all over with marinade. Let sit for 15–20 minutes at room temperature while you prepare the fries.
2. Bake the Potato Wedges: Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Toss wedges with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and salt. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 28–32 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and crispy.
3. Sear the Carne Asada: Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan to high heat (smoking point). Sear beef 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into ½cm strips.
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4. Make the Yogurt Crema: Whisk Greek yogurt with 1 tbsp lime juice, ½ tsp salt, and a pinch of cumin until smooth and pourable. Taste and adjust seasoning.
5. Assemble the Fries: Transfer hot baked wedges to a serving plate. Top with sliced carne asada, drizzle with yogurt crema, and scatter grated reduced-fat cheddar over the top.
6. Finish & Serve: Garnish with remaining fresh cilantro. Serve immediately while fries are hot and crispy. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal
Protein24g
Carbohydrates48g
Fat10g

🏷️ Tags

#healthy loaded fries recipe#low-calorie carne asada#Greek yogurt crema

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