Description
These Mexican-Style Street Potatoes are crispy, flavorful baked potatoes seasoned with a vibrant blend of chili powder, paprika, and cumin, topped with tangy crumbled feta, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Perfect as a savory side dish or a tasty snack, they bring the bold flavors of Mexican street food right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasoning
- 2 pounds small red potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the potatoes.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash the small red potatoes thoroughly and cut them in half to ensure even cooking.
- Season Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt until all pieces are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet to allow them to bake evenly and crisp up.
- Bake Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the potatoes for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure all sides are golden and crispy.
- Add Toppings: Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and immediately sprinkle them with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor.
- Finish with Lime: Drizzle freshly squeezed lime juice over the topped potatoes just before serving to add a fresh and tangy finish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat the potato halves dry with a paper towel before seasoning.
- Feel free to substitute feta cheese with cotija cheese for a more authentic Mexican taste.
- Adjust chili powder amount according to your preferred spice level.
- These potatoes are best served warm but can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
- Fresh lime juice is key to balancing the richness of the cheese and spices.
