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Spicy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes

Spicy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes: Crispy Flavor in Every Bite

Experience Spicy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes with a crispy texture and bold flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2-3 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes Scrubbed and diced
  • to taste teaspoons Salt Enhances flavor
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds smoky depth
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Infuses heat; adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Warm flavor
  • a pinch Cayenne Pepper Optional for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For Cooking
  • 2-3 tablespoons Oil For frying
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced fresh; add towards end
  • 1/2 lime Lime Juice For balancing flavors
For Topping
  • to taste Cilantro Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by scrubbing the potatoes under cold water. Dice into uniform 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook diced potatoes for about 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Sprinkle the spice mix over the crispy potatoes, add minced garlic, and toss for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Squeeze lime juice over the potatoes and garnish with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are diced uniformly for even cooking. Store leftovers properly to maintain crispiness.

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