Papas Locas
Papas locas, or "crazy potatoes," are a delicious and flavorful snack that originated in Mexico. This dish features crispy potatoes topped with a variety of savory and spicy toppings, making it a perfect choice for a fun and casual gathering or as a tasty snack.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, washed and diced
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped jalapeños
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and sprinkle with salt. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are crispy and golden brown.
- Transfer the cooked potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and chopped jalapeños.
- Drizzle with sour cream and hot sauce before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large skillet Serving dish
Tools
Knife Cutting board Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve papas locas as a tasty snack for a casual gathering or as a side dish for a Mexican-themed meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of flavor, try adding a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the finished papas locas.
Cost
$8