Description
These Spicy Roasted Mexican Potatoes are perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, seasoned with bold Mexican spices and roasted to perfection. With a kick of heat from chili powder and cumin, and a hint of lime for brightness, they make a fantastic side dish or snack that’s full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for heat)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup. - Prepare the Potatoes:
Wash, peel (optional), and cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure they crisp up when roasted. - Season the Potatoes:
In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure that the potatoes are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture. - Roast the Potatoes:
Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the potatoes are golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. - Finish with Lime & Cilantro:
Once the potatoes are roasted, remove them from the oven and drizzle with fresh lime juice. Garnish with chopped cilantro and crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese if desired. - Serve:
Serve the spicy roasted Mexican potatoes hot as a side dish, snack, or even as a topping for tacos or burritos.
Notes
- For extra heat, you can add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
- These potatoes can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or air fryer for a quick snack or side dish later.
- If you prefer a more smoky flavor, you can add a little more smoked paprika or try using chipotle chili powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0g