Steak Strips & Crispy Fries Bowl
This Steak Strips & Crispy Fries Bowl features tender, seasoned beef strips paired with homemade golden fries, fresh vegetables, and crisp lettuce all served in one delicious customizable bowl. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this restaurant-quality dish comes together in under an hour with simple ingredients and straightforward techniques.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 500 g beef steak strips sirloin or ribeye
- 4 large potatoes russet or Yukon gold, cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for seasoning the beef
- vegetable oil for frying enough to fill a deep pan or fryer halfway
- 1 teaspoon paprika adds a subtle smoky note
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- lettuce leaves for the bowl base
- 1 cucumber sliced
- cherry tomatoes halved
- fresh parsley chopped for garnish
- Optional toppings sour cream or aioli, cheese, hot sauce, or avocado slices
Instructions
- Cut Potatoes: Cut the potatoes into uniform fries about 1/4 inch thick, then soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch, which ensures maximum crispiness.
- Dry Thoroughly: Pat the fries completely dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels before frying, as any moisture will prevent proper browning.
- First Fry: Heat vegetable oil to 160°C (320°F) in a deep pan or deep fryer, then carefully add the fries in batches and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are soft but not yet golden (this is the blanching stage).
- Final Fry: Increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F), then fry the pre-cooked fries a second time for 2-3 minutes until they turn deep golden and crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season immediately with salt.
- Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt, then set aside.
- Coat the Beef: Pat the beef strips dry with paper towels, then toss them in the olive oil until lightly coated, followed by the spice mixture, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
- Sear the Beef: Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until it's very hot (about 1-2 minutes), then add the beef strips in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them.
- Finish Cooking: Flip the strips and cook for another 2-3 minutes for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer your beef more cooked, then transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prepare Vegetables: Arrange sliced bell peppers, onion, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes on a cutting board, or sauté the peppers and onion in a separate skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes if you prefer softer vegetables.
- Prep the Lettuce: Wash and tear fresh lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces and divide them among your serving bowls as the foundation.
- Layer the Vegetables: Arrange the sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes around each bowl, creating a colorful bed for the main components.
- Add the Beef: Place the warm, seasoned beef strips in the center of each bowl, allowing the residual heat to slightly wilt the lettuce underneath.
- Top with Fries: Arrange the crispy fries alongside the beef and finish with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley for brightness and a professional presentation.