Steak Strips Crispy Fries Bowl (Printable version)
A hearty bowl featuring tender steak strips, golden fries, and fresh vegetables drizzled with zesty sauce.
# What you'll need:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Arrange the 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 through.
02 - While the fries bake, pat the steak strips dry with paper towels. Heat a skillet over high heat, add a touch of oil, and sear the steak strips for 1–2 minutes per side. 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. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Prepare the fresh vegetables by slicing the cherry tomatoes in half, thinly slicing the red onion, and slicing the avocado.
05 - To assemble each bowl, create a base layer of crispy fries. Top with salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado slices. Arrange the cooked steak strips on top.
06 - Drizzle the prepared sauce generously over the bowl. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get that seared steak flavor without the fuss of a full roast.
- The creamy sauce ties the crispy fries and fresh greens together like magic.
02 -
- Drying the steak strips with paper towels before they hit the pan is the secret to getting a sear instead of a boil.
- Let the sauce sit in the fridge for ten minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
03 -
- Cast iron skillets hold heat better and give the steak a superior crust.
- Slice the avocado right before serving to prevent browning.