Description
Mexican potatoes are a deliciously crispy side dish bursting with flavor. Seasoned with a vibrant blend of cumin and chili powder, these golden-brown delights elevate any meal. Perfect for Taco Tuesdays, family gatherings, or even as a late-night snack, they pair wonderfully with various proteins or can be enjoyed solo with a squeeze of lime. Quick to prepare and irresistibly tasty, these Mexican potatoes will become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and dice the potatoes into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine diced potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and fork-tender.
- Remove from the oven and toss with fresh cilantro before serving with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg