Papas Fritas Mexicana Recipe

Name: Papas Fritas Mexicana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs white potatoes, peeled, steamed and diced; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, finely sliced; 3 large garlic, finely diced; 1/2 to 3/4 tsp dried Tarragon; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp dried Rosemary; 1 tsp Paprika; salt & pepper to taste; 4 oz butter; 4 Tbsp cooking oil; Juice of 1 large fresh lemon; 2 green onions finely sliced for garnish; (Optional) 32 large shrimp. Headed, shelled & de-veined. Cut into bite size pieces.

Servings: persons

2 lbs white potatoes, peeled, steamed and diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely sliced
3 large garlic, finely diced
1/2 to 3/4 tsp dried Tarragon
1/4 to 1/2 tsp dried Rosemary
1 tsp Paprika
salt & pepper to taste
4 oz butter
4 Tbsp cooking oil
Juice of 1 large fresh lemon
2 green onions finely sliced for garnish
(Optional) 32 large shrimp. Headed, shelled & de-veined. Cut into bite size pieces.

1
Peel potatoes, slice lengthwise in half, and steam for 15 minutes until just tender. Remove and set aside to cool.
2
Melt butter in a large skillet. Add cooking oil and heat until just beginning to bubble.
3
Add potatoes, diced onions, red bell pepper, garlic, herbs and seasonings. Saute for 5 - 8 minutes or until potatoes begin to brown. Adjust seasonings to taste.
4
If including shrimp, add at this time. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just done.
5
When done, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs white potatoes, peeled, steamed and diced, 1 medium onion, diced, 1 red bell pepper, diced, 1 jalapeno pepper, finely sliced, and more.

Yes, Papas Fritas Mexicana falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Papas Fritas Mexicana

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