Spicy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes Recipe
These Spicy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with bold, smoky, and spicy flavors. A perfect savory side dish or snack, featuring a blend of chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and a hint of cayenne pepper, finished with fresh lime juice and cilantro for a zesty kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
Seasoning and Oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for frying the potatoes evenly.
- Cook the potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden and develop a crispy texture on the outside while remaining tender inside.
- Prepare the spice mix: In a small bowl, combine salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Season the potatoes: Sprinkle the prepared spice mixture over the potatoes and stir thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly with the spices.
- Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant but not burnt, enhancing the savory flavor.
- Finish with lime juice: Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle fresh lime juice over the potatoes to add a bright, tangy contrast.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish the dish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving to provide a fresh herbal note and vibrant color.
Notes
- You can adjust the cayenne pepper amount to control the heat level.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned pan to prevent potatoes from sticking.
- Make sure to dice potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
- For extra crispiness, soak diced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking and pat dry thoroughly.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or as a flavorful snack on its own.
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