Steak Waffle Fries

Elevate your next game day or backyard cookout with these loaded Steak Waffle Fries, made even better with the smoky power of the Gravity Series® 1150 Digital Charcoal Grill and Smoker. Crispy fries are topped with gooey cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, savory balsamic caramelized onions, and tender slices of perfectly seared and smoked NY strip steak. This crowd-pleaser blends indulgent comfort food with backyard barbecue flavor in every bite.

The Masterbuilt Gravity Series® 1150 gives you the power of charcoal flavor with the precision of digital control. You can sear steak hot in a cast iron pan, then transition to low-and-slow smoking—all in one cook. Its large cooking area and reliable temperature hold make it the perfect grill for layered, flavor-packed dishes like this one.

Instructions

1. 01

   Preheat your Masterbuilt Gravity Series® 1150 to 300°F. This will give your steak the perfect environment to finish cooking low and slow after searing.

2. 02

   Remove the NY strip steak from the fridge and season it liberally with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder (or preferred seasoning). Let it rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes to absorb flavor.

3. 03

   While your grill heats up, set your oven to 425°F (or follow the package instructions). Spread the waffle fries on a baking sheet, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and bake for about 20 minutes.

4. 04

   In a cast iron skillet over high heat, melt butter or ghee and sear the steak for 1 minute per side until a crust forms. Transfer the steak to the Gravity Series® 1150 and smoke until it reaches 125°F internal temperature. Remove and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

5. 05

   Using the same skillet, add sliced onions and a bit of oil if needed. Cook over low heat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Once soft, add balsamic vinegar and simmer for 5 minutes to absorb the flavor.

6. 06

   At the 20-minute mark, remove the fries from the oven and sprinkle with cheddar cheese and diced jalapeños. Return to the oven for 5 more minutes until melted.

7. 07

   Top the cheesy fries with balsamic caramelized onions and sliced steak. Serve hot and enjoy the layers of smoky, cheesy, savory flavor.

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