Description
These Mexican Potatoes are a flavorful and crispy side dish made by tossing cubed potatoes in a vibrant blend of spices and roasting them until golden. Perfectly seasoned with paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic, and herbs, they bring a delicious southwestern twist to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 6 medium potatoes
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot enough to roast the potatoes to a crispy finish.
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into small, evenly sized cubes to promote even cooking and crispiness.
- Mix Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the cubed potatoes with olive oil and all the spices including salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and parsley.
- Toss Potatoes: Toss the potatoes thoroughly in the bowl to make sure all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture for a balanced flavor.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer on a baking sheet to allow even roasting and crispiness on all sides.
- Bake: Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside while tender inside. Check doneness by piercing with a fork.
- Serve: Serve the Mexican potatoes hot as a tasty side dish or snack to accompany your favorite meals. Enjoy the bold, smoky flavors!
Notes
- Cutting potatoes into uniform sizes helps ensure even cooking.
- Feel free to adjust spice levels by adding more chili powder or cayenne for extra heat.
- Using olive oil helps achieve a crispy texture while adding healthy fats.
- These potatoes can be served as a side with Mexican dishes or as a savory snack.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Mexican potatoes, roasted potatoes, spicy potatoes, side dish, baked potatoes, paprika potatoes, cumin, chili potatoes, crispy potatoes
