Our steak frites recipe takes a classic French bistro dish and adds a flavorful Tex-Mex twist. Luscious New York strip steaks are grilled to perfection, sliced, and served over french fries. It is so simple, yet so mouthwateringly delicious!

This dish may seem like a lot of work, but it’s actually quite easy. Steak frites is a fancy way of saying steak and fries. In other words, it is a meat and potatoes dish with a modern yet elegant makeover. We’ve taken it further with the addition of our fantastic seasoning bend and Tex-Mex ingredients like cilantro, red onion, and spicy jalapenos. Pair this delectable steak frites with a cold beer or smoky margarita for a delicious treat.

When is best to serve steak frites?

Steak frites are perfect for casual gatherings, tailgating, and Super Bowl. And let’s be honest; it makes a great, quick and delicious dinner. All you’ll need is a grill (or your Blackstone griddle) and an oven or air fryer to make it. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a fantastic hot meal, ready to eat. Pair it with creamy queso for an added Tex-Mex flavor, or drizzle one of your favorite sauces.

Ingredients

• New York strip steaks (or small ribeye, flat steaks, or sirloin steaks)
• Fajita seasoning (or store-bought)
• Jalapenos, or serrano peppers for a spicier option
• Red onion (substitute with diced shallots)
• Cilantro, chopped
• Olive oil (sub with peanut oil)
• 1 bag of frozen french fries (20-32 ounces depending on amount serving preference.)
• Salt (optional)

How to make steak frites

• Cook your french fries in the oven according to package directions. If using an air fryer, set to 425 degrees F, place french fries in the fryer basket along with olive oil and salt (optional), and cook for 20-25 minutes. Shake them halfway through for even cooking.
• Combine fajita seasoning mix according to recipe instructions.
• While fries are cooking, preheat your grill or Blackstone griddle to high heat. Oil the grates or griddle surface with 1 tablespoon oil.
• Brush both New York strip steaks with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and season them with fajita spice mixture. Add a little more salt if desired.
• Place the steaks on the hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or once it reaches your desired doneness. It’s always a good idea to keep a reliable meat thermometer to pull them at the right time.
• Remove the steaks from the grill, place them onto a clean cutting board, and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Assembling steak frites

• Arrange the french fries onto a serving platter.
• Slice the steak into strips and place them over top. Garnish with chopped red onions, cilantro, and jalapeno slices. Serve immediately and enjoy!
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Rewarm in the oven at 325 degrees until heated through. Keep in mind that the toppings may wilt during reheating.
• If you plan to make extra for later, store the garnish, steak, and french fries separately and reheat the steak and fries as instructed above. Add the garnish right before serving.

Recipe quick tips

• Let your raw steaks sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, if possible
• We recommend cooking the steak to medium-rare or medium doneness for best results. 
• If you have an air fryer, start the fries 15 minutes before the steaks go on, and both will be cooked at the same rate.
• This recipe makes enough for 4 people. Keep in mind that this is meant to be a meal. If you are serving other food items, you can extend the servings to 6-7 people.
• Substitute NY strips with any cut of steak like: rib eye, filet mignon, flat iron, flank steak, or sirloin steak.
• Use sweet potato fries or waffle fries to mix it up a little!
• Pair this dish with your favorite beer, frozen cocktail, or red wine.
• For vegetarian diets, substitute beef with 2-3 large portabella mushrooms instead of steaks.
• Don’t own a grill? No problem! You can cook your steaks in a cast iron skillet or non-stick pan on the stovetop, or place them onto a baking sheet and cook them in the oven.
• If you’re looking for a simple seasoning, try a combination of kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

More steak recipes to try!

• Smoked Pastrami Steak
• Pellet Grill New York Strip Steaks
• Blackstone Philly Cheese Steak
• Chipotle Skirt Steak

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Steak Frites (Steak and Fries)

Our steak frites recipe takes a classic French bistro dish and adds a flavorful Tex-Mex twist. Luscious New York strip steaks are grilled to perfection, sliced, and served over french fries. It is so simple, yet so mouthwateringly delicious!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Fusion, Tex Mex

Keyword steak and fries, steak frites

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 535kcal

Author Sabrina Baksh

Ingredients

• 2 New York strip steaks
• 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons fajita seasoning or store-bought
• 2 small jalapenos thinly sliced (use serrano peppers for a spicier option)
• 1/3 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 limes, quartered
• 1 20-32 ounce bag of prepackaged frozen french fries depending on serving preference
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt optional

Instructions

• Cook your french fries in the oven according to package directions. If using an air fryer, set to 425 degrees F, place french fries in the fryer basket along with olive oil and salt (optional), and cook for 20-25 minutes. Shake them halfway through for even cooking.
• Combine fajita seasoning mix according to recipe instructions.
• While fries are cooking, preheat your grill or Blackstone griddle to high heat. Oil the grates or griddle surface with 1 tablespoon oil.
• Brush both New York strip steaks with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and season them with fajita spice mixture. Add a little more salt if desired.
• Place the steaks on the hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or once it reaches your desired doneness. Keep a reliable meat thermometer to pull them at the right time.
• Remove the steaks from the grill, place them onto a clean cutting board, and let them rest for 5 minutes.
• Assembling steak frites
• Arrange the french fries onto a serving platter.
• Slice the steak into strips and place them over top. Garnish with chopped red onions, cilantro, and jalapeno slices. Serve immediately and enjoy!
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Rewarm in the oven at 325 degrees until heated through. Keep in mind that the toppings may wilt during reheating.
• If you plan to make extra for later, store the garnish, steak, and french fries separately and reheat the steak and fries as instructed above. Add the garnish right before serving.

Notes

Recipe quick tips:

We recommend cooking the steak to medium-rare or medium doneness for best results.
If you have an air fryer, start the fries 15 minutes before the steaks go on, and both will be cooked at the same rate.
This recipe makes enough for 4 people. Keep in mind that this is meant to be a meal. If you are serving other food items, you can extend the servings to 6-7 people.
Substitute NY strips with ribeye, flat iron, or sirloin steak.
Use sweet potato fries or waffle fries to mix it up a little!
Pair this dish with your favorite beer, frozen cocktail, or red wine.
For vegetarian diets, use 2-3 large portabella mushrooms instead of steaks.

Nutrition

Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 303mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 2mg

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