Mexican Potatoes

Though potatoes are native to South America, they were not found in Mexico until after the Spanish explorers brought them to Mexico in the 16th and 17th centuries. They were quickly adopted as a Mexican staple and favorite of the Mexican people, and today potatoes are found in many different Mexican dishes, cooked in many different ways.

When I made my lamb adobo Lamb Adobo I served it with some Mexican potatoes. I am assuming they are called Mexican potatoes because of the ingredients and spices used to make them. The potatoes themselves were not brought in from Mexico. 🙂

This recipe for cooking potatoes esta mui delicioso. Because they are brothy, I served them over rice, so I wouldn’t lose any of the flavors from the broth. It is kind of the same concept of dipping bread in sauces ensuring not to lose any of the good flavors from the sauce.

Mexican Potatoes

1 1/2-2 lbs new or red potatoes, quartered

1 red onion, diced fine

1 TBSP garlic

6-7 large tomatoes, diced or quartered – I used Campari tomatoes, cut in 1/2

2-3 TBSP tomato paste

1-1 1/2 cups chicken broth

1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1 TBSP Tabasco sauce, or to taste

salt & pepper to taste

1-2 tsp cumin

1-2 jalapenos, diced fine

1-2 tsp oregano

chopped cilantro

1/2 avocado, sliced

Boil the potatoes until softened, then drain.

Combine the tomato puree, Tabasco, seasonings and chicken broth.

Combine the jalapenos, tomatoes, beans, onions and garlic and cook in a large skillet with some olive oil. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the onions are softened and translucent.

Mix in the cooked potatoes, then add the tomato sauce and combine thoroughly. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook for about 10 minutes, or until everything is thoroughly heated, stirring frequently.

Add the cilantro and avocado slices on top before serving. They are delicious as is, but I liked them over rice better. Everyone raved about them. They were so full of flavor and different textures.

!Disfruita! Have a great day and make everyday great. Stay safe, stay well and stay warm. ‘Til next time.