This is one of those recipes that feels a little trashy, but it’s so good you won’t care.
In case you haven’t heard of it, Frito pie is a thing. It happens to be particularly popular in the South and Southwest, but there’s no reason the rest of the country can’t dig in. The most basic versions of this utter comfort food heap hot chili and cheese on top of a mound of Fritos corn chips. Sometimes salsa, beans and chilies are added. And if you want to get all fancy about it, you can ladle the chili right into single-serving bags of the chips.
But we’re turning this dish into a treat for a crowd by heaping a whole mess of it onto a platter and inviting everyone to dig in. We also lose the chili in favor of a flavorfully marinated flank steak. But if you’re a purist, there’s no reason you couldn’t substitute your favorite chili for the steak. Or be crazy and do both. And if you’re so inclined, don’t hesitate to add salsa and sour cream to this.
This July 13, 2015 photo shows flank steak Frito pie in Concord, N.H. This dish is from a recipe by J.M. Hirsch. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)Flank Steak Frito Pie
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce