Steak Strips Crispy Fries Bowl (Print View)
Juicy steak strips with golden fries, fresh vegetables, and a smoky creamy sauce in one hearty bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Steak
01 - 1.1 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch strips
→ Fries
02 - 1.3 lbs fresh or frozen French fries
03 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
04 - Salt, to taste
→ Fresh Vegetables
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 cup mixed salad greens
07 - 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
→ Zesty Sauce
09 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
10 - 2 tbsp ketchup
11 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Toppings
15 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
16 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spread the fries on a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle with vegetable oil, and season with a pinch of salt. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and crispy.
02 - Pat the steak strips dry with paper towels. Heat a skillet over high heat and add a light coating of oil. Sear the strips for 1 to 2 minutes per side until they reach your preferred doneness. Season generously with salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate and let rest.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
04 - Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, cut the avocado into slices, and set the mixed salad greens aside.
05 - Divide the crispy fries among four bowls as the base. Layer salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado over the fries. Arrange the rested steak strips on top.
06 - Drizzle the zesty sauce generously over each bowl. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while the fries are still hot and crispy.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It delivers the satisfaction of steak frites without the restaurant price tag or the fancy plating anxiety.
- The smoky paprika sauce is so good you will want to put it on everything from burgers to roasted vegetables.
02 -
- Dry your steak strips thoroughly before searing because any moisture will steam the meat instead of browning it, and you will end up with grey, sad strips instead of a gorgeous crust.
- Let the steak rest for at least three minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute and do not bleed all over your carefully assembled bowl.
03 -
- Slice the avocado right before assembly and squeeze a few drops of lemon juice over it to keep it from turning brown while you finish prepping.
- Add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce or some pickled jalapenos to the sauce if you want to wake up the whole bowl with a fiery kick.