Mexican Potatoes
As the potatoes slowly roast, they soak up the rich flavors of the Mexican spices. With crispy skin on the outside and soft inside, every bite of these potatoes melts in your mouth, releasing the delicious flavors of chili, cumin, garlic, and other wonderful Mexican spices.
4 people
Calories: 256kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb potatoes (small or new potatoes) cleaned and quartered
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Mexican spice mix
For finishing
For serving
- Avocado Crema
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
- Optionally, leave the skins on for extra crispiness.
- Dry the potatoes, then cut them into wedges or cubes, as you prefer.
- Season the Potatoes: Place the potato pieces in a large bowl or directly on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Mexican spice mix. Toss to coat the potatoes evenly with the oil and spices.
- Spread the potatoes out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Ensure there is space between the pieces for even baking.
- Bake the potatoes for 40-50 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Turn them over halfway through the baking time for even browning.
- Once baked to perfection, remove the potatoes from the oven. Squeeze fresh lime juice over them and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Notes
How to make them in the air fryer?
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. You can leave the skin on, as it will crisp up during baking.
- Dry the potatoes and cut them into wedges or cubes, according to your preference.
- Mix a tablespoon of olive oil and the Mexican spice mixture.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket or pan if your oven has an air fryer.
- Cook the potatoes in the air fryer for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Move the potatoes to half-time.
- When they are ready, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, take them out and finish them with the juice of lime and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 1.048mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 5mg