Description
If you’re craving a taste of authentic Mexican street food, look no further than these mouthwatering Mexican-Style Street Potatoes, also known as Papas con Chile. These crispy, flavor-packed potatoes are a beloved street vendor staple, and now you can bring that vibrant, spicy goodness right to your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced potatoes to the hot oil and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they’re golden brown and irresistibly crispy.
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle this flavorful spice mix over the sizzling potatoes and stir to coat them evenly.
- Toss in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the aroma to infuse the potatoes and create a mouthwatering depth of flavor.
- Remove the potatoes from the heat and drizzle them with fresh lime juice, which will add a bright, citrusy zing to balance the spices.
- Sprinkle the crispy, seasoned potatoes with chopped fresh cilantro, then serve them hot and ready to enjoy!
Notes
For a delightfully creamy twist, try sprinkling some shredded Oaxaca, Monterey Jack, or crumbled queso fresco over the potatoes just before serving. If you’re a fan of extra heat, consider swapping in a spicier chili powder or adding diced jalapeños or serranos to the mix. To make this dish more nutrient-dense, try tossing in diced bell peppers, onions, or zucchini along with the potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg