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    Home » Side Dishes

    Mexican Potatoes

    Posted: Dec 17, 2020 · Updated: Mar 21, 2021 by Tonje

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    These Mexican potatoes are roasted diced potatoes coated with delicious seasoning. It's an easy, but tasty side dish, made in only 30 minutes.

    A spatula serving up some diced roast potatoes.
    Jump to:
    • Why Mexican potatoes are the best side dish
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Top tips
    • Serving suggestions
    • Leftovers
    • Frequently asked questions
    • You might also like these recipes
    • Recipe

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    Why Mexican potatoes are the best side dish

    • They are SO easy to make! A few minutes of work and half an hour in the oven - a simple solution for any meal.
    • The potatoes are absolutely delicious. Like, seriously one of the best potato sides I've ever made.
    • They are diet friendly! Low calorie, vegan, whole30, vegetarian - this dish suits most people.
    • They are also allergy friendly, being dairy free, gluten free, soy free, nut free and free of all other common allergens.
    • This dish is also really versatile, and go great with a variety of other dishes.

    Ingredients

    There's three main components to this recipe: potatoes, oil and seasoning.

    The seasoning used is a combination of paprika, chili powder, onion powder, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, salt and pepper.

    You can of course substitute, add or omit any seasoning as you wish, but I really love the flavor of these potatoes as they are. The chili powder can be omitted if you're avoiding spice, as they add a little heat to the dish.

    Ingredients for Mexican potatoes laid out on a table.

    Instructions

    Preheat your oven to 425 F / 220 C

    Dice the potatoes into inch sized chunks. You can peel them first if you prefer, but I like to keep the peel on for this recipe!

    Add the potatoes to a baking tray covered with parchment paper or a baking mat, and cover them with the seasoning and olive oil.

    Raw diced potatoes on a baking sheet, covered with olive oil and seasoning.

    Stir to coat the potatoes evenly in the seasoning, then transfer them to your oven.

    Bake the potatoes for about 30 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce the potatoes with little resistance. Turn the potatoes about halfway through cooking to ensure that they roast evenly.

    Serve the potatoes immediately while they are still warm.

    Seasoned diced potatoes on a sheet pan.

    Top tips

    Here's my best advice to help you succeed with this recipe:

    • Try to dice the potatoes into similar sized chunks. This will allow them to cook more evenly.
    • The cooking time can vary based on many factors such as the temperature in your oven, the size and type of the potatoes, and more. Make sure to check them regularly, so they don't burn, and use the fork test to ensure that they are cooked through.
    A spatula lifting up a serving of Mexican potatoes.

    Serving suggestions

    I love to enjoy these potatoes as a side dish, but they are also great to serve in breakfast burritos or as a component in an entree. Here are some of my absolute favorite recipes to pair them with:

    • Potato Tacos - Make the best vegetarian tacos with these potatoes!
    • Cilantro Lime Chicken Breasts - Chicken and potatoes are a classic dinner combination.
    • Ground Turkey Enchiladas - Serve up Mexican potatoes with delicious, lean enchiladas.
    • Healthy One Pot Turkey Chili - Roast potatoes pair beautifully with a hearty chili.
    • Air Fryer Tilapia - This fantastic white fish goes so well with potatoes - and it's really easy to make in your air fryer.
    • Cheesy Sour Cream Sauce - Pour some of this creamy sauce on your potatoes for an indulgent treat.
    A baking pan with Mexican roast potato chunks.

    Leftovers

    Store leftover Mexican potatoes in a sealed container in a refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can serve them cold, or reheat them in a microwave, oven or air fryer if you prefer to enjoy them warm.

    This recipe is perfect for meal prep as you can make a big batch of roasted diced potatoes, and enjoy it through the week.

    A sheet pan with roast Mexican potatoes.

    Frequently asked questions

    Which potatoes are best for roasting?

    Waxy types of potatoes are best for roasting, such as Maris Piper, Russet or baby potatoes.

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    Recipe

    Mexican Potatoes

    Mexican Potatoes

    These delicious Mexican potatoes are really easy to make, and the perfect side dish for any dinner. Diced potatoes are seasoned and roasted to perfection in only 30 minutes!
    4.80 from 5 votes
    Created by: Tonje
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Dinner, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 195 kcal

    Equipment

    • Baking Sheet
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ½ pounds potatoes
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • ¼ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon coriander
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 425 F / 220 C
    • Dice the potatoes into inch sized chunks. You can peel them first if you prefer, but I like to keep the peel on for this recipe!
    • Add the potatoes to a baking tray covered with parchment paper or a baking mat, and cover them with the seasoning and olive oil.
    • Stir to coat the potatoes evenly in the seasoning, then transfer them to your oven.
    • Bake the potatoes for about 30 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce the potatoes with little resistance. Turn the potatoes about halfway through cooking to ensure that they roast evenly.
    • Serve the potatoes immediately while they are still warm.

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    Notes

    • Use a waxy type of potatoes, such as Maris Pipers or Russet potatoes.
    • Store leftovers in a sealed container in a refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 158mgPotassium: 716mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword dairy free, gluten free, potatoes, vegan
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    Comments

    1. Des

      December 18, 2020 at 6:11 am

      5 stars
      Very nice recipe. We have to try. So easy, flavorful and delicious.

      Reply
      • Tonje

        December 20, 2020 at 4:34 pm

        Thanks, Des. I hope you try it, and that you love it as much as I do 🙂

        Reply
    2. Patricia Porter

      February 11, 2021 at 4:02 pm

      5 stars
      So good, so easy, very nice for a change! Loved it.
      ,

      Reply
      • Ruthie

        September 03, 2021 at 2:29 am

        5 stars
        Fast, easy and very yummy. Great flavors, thanks.

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