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Made with ingredients that are the colors of the Mexican flag, Papas a la Mexicana are a staple in most Mexican homes.
Just like Chorizo con Papas and Carne con Papas, this is a traditional Mexican recipe.
It’s versatile, yummy, and doesn’t break the bank. Talk about a winning dish!
This simple meal is so delicious, your family will be begging for Mexican-style potatoes every week!
Ingredients
Here is everything that you need to make this Mexican vegetarian and budget-friendly recipe.
- Yellow potatoes- The classic yukon gold work just fine. You can also use russet, red potatoes, even sweet potatoes.
- Jalapeno – Dice it into really small pieces so you won’t bite into large chunks of chile. For a less spicy version, use roasted poblano peppers.
- Diced Tomatoes- Or, use a can of diced tomatoes.
- 2 Tbsp of Olive oil
- Onion
- Salt
Instructions
Any recipe called “a la mexicana” will include these three ingredients – jalapeno, onion, and tomato.
Green, white, and red, or the colors of the Mexican flag.
For those of you who like it spicier, add more jalapeno or a chile serrano.
This entire recipe is made in one large skillet, or in Spanish, a “sartén grande.”
- Heat oil at a medium-high heat
- Add potatoes. Cook for 7 minutes.
- Add the jalapeno and onion. Cook 1 minute.
- Add the tomatoes and salt. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes more.
Home recipes don’t come any easier than this! It’s ready in a snap.
Note: If potatoes are not fully cooked, add a splash of water. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Variations
Here are a few variations to Papas a la Mexicana:
- To make this dish the main meal, add in a package of longaniza, Mexican sausage (like chorizo), or diced chicken.
- If serving for breakfast, add a fried egg.
- Add in Queso Fresco, cheese, or sour cream to make your taste buds explode with flavor.
- If you are serving people who prefer to avoid spice, substitute the peppers with a green bell pepper.
- Serve this with flour tortillas or corn tortillas.
Storing
Store in an airtight container and serve as a side dish or as tacos for a main meal.
Reheating
When reheating, place this potato dish on a baking sheet in the oven at 350 degrees for 8-12 minutes. It also adds a crispy texture that makes the potatoes delicious.
In a pinch, you can reheat your Papas a la Mexicana in the microwave for 60 seconds. Keep in mind that microwaves can differ.
What to serve with it?
Mexican potatoes truly are a tasty food that your friends and family will love.
It can be served on the side of another meal, or it can be made into the main entree with a few simple additions.
Buen provecho.
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Papas a la Mexicana
Ingredients
- 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes (or 2 large russet potatoes)
- 1 jalapeno finely diced
- 1/4 onion finely diced
- 2 tomatoes diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt (as desired)
- 1/4 cup water (if needed)
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and dice into small cubes.
- Dice the jalapeno, onion, and tomatoes.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet.
- Add the potatoes and cook for 7 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Stir occasionally.
- Add the onion and jalapeno.
- Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the tomatoes and salt.
- Mix everything together.
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Test the potatoes to see if they are done.
- If they are not ready, add the water.
- Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve as with tortillas as tacos or as a side dish.
- Enjoy!
This looks amazing. I am going to have to try this one. I have to get the potatoes first though.
Hope you do. You’re going to LOVE this recipe!