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Mexican-Style Street Potatoes

Crispy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes with a Spicy Twist

Enjoy these Mexican-Style Street Potatoes, perfectly crispy and bursting with flavor, ideal for quick snacks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 medium waxy potatoes or sweet potatoes for a quicker option
  • to taste salt enhances overall flavor
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika regular paprika can be substituted
  • 1 tsp chili powder use mild for less heat
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper omit for a milder version
For Cooking
  • 1/4 cup oil vegetable or canola oil for frying
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, optional for flavor
To Finish
  • 2 tbsp lime juice fresh or substitute with lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, or use parsley

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by scrubbing your waxy potatoes under cool water. Peel them if desired, and then dice them into 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. In a large skillet, pour in enough oil to cover the bottom about 1/4 inch deep. Heat over medium-high until small bubbles form.
  3. Carefully add the diced potatoes to the hot oil. Cook without stirring for about 5 minutes, then stir and continue cooking for a total of 15 minutes until crispy.
  4. Prepare the spice blend by mixing salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Once the potatoes are golden brown, sprinkle the spice blend evenly over them and stir to coat.
  6. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Remove from heat and drizzle fresh lime juice over the potatoes, tossing gently.
  8. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped cilantro. Enjoy your Spicy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure potato cubes are uniform for even cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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