Spicy Mexican-Style Street Potatoes (Print View)

Crispy diced potatoes coated in smoky spices and finished with fresh lime juice and cilantro.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes

→ For Cooking

02 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Spices & Seasonings

03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

→ Aromatics & Finishing

08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
10 - Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

# Method:

01 - Pour vegetable oil into a large skillet and warm over medium heat until shimmering.
02 - Add diced potatoes to the hot oil. Cook for approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pieces develop a golden-brown crust on all sides and are tender when pierced with a fork.
03 - While potatoes cook, combine salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.
04 - Sprinkle the prepared spice mixture over the crispy potatoes. Toss well to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the smoky seasoning.
05 - Stir in minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir constantly to prevent garlic from browning or burning.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Drizzle fresh lime juice over the potatoes and toss to distribute evenly.
07 - Transfer potatoes to a serving dish. Sprinkle generously with chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crispy exterior and tender interior create the most satisfying texture combination
  • These potatoes reheat beautifully for meal prep lunches throughout the week
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the pan or the potatoes will steam instead of getting crispy
  • Wait until the very end to add the garlic so it does not turn bitter
03 -
  • Cut your potatoes into uniform sizes so they cook evenly
  • Preheat your pan properly before adding any oil for better searing
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