Steak Strips Crispy Fries Bowl (Printable Version)
Hearty bowl featuring tender steak strips, crispy golden fries, fresh vegetables, and a zesty sauce.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meats
01 - 1.1 lbs sirloin steak, cut into strips
→ Fries
02 - 1.3 lbs frozen or fresh French fries
03 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
04 - Salt, to taste
→ Vegetables
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 cup mixed salad greens
07 - ½ red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 avocado, sliced
→ Sauce
09 - ½ cup mayonnaise
10 - 2 tbsp ketchup
11 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
14 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Toppings
15 - ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
16 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Arrange fries on a baking sheet, toss with vegetable oil and a pinch of salt, and bake according to package instructions until crispy (usually 20–25 minutes), tossing halfway.
02 - While fries bake, pat steak strips dry with paper towels. Heat a skillet over high heat, add a touch of oil, and sear steak strips for 1–2 minutes per side to your desired doneness. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside to rest.
03 - In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until smooth.
04 - Prepare the vegetables: slice cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
05 - To assemble each bowl: Layer a bed of crispy fries, followed by salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado. Top with steak strips.
06 - Drizzle with the prepared sauce and sprinkle with cheddar cheese and chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
# Tips from hearthlykitchen:
01 -
- You get the savory satisfaction of steak and fries without spending hours at the stove.
- The zesty, homemade sauce ties the disparate elements together into a cohesive feast.
02 -
- Drying the steak strips thoroughly with paper towels before searing is crucial for getting a good crust instead of a steamy braise.
- Letting the steak rest for a few minutes after cooking helps retain the juices so every bite stays moist.
03 -
- If using fresh fries, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch before baking for extra crispiness.
- Season the sauce generously, as the acid from the lemon needs to be balanced with enough salt to pop.