Description
A delicious recipe for crispy fried potatoes topped with a flavorful green chile sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp butter (for sauce)
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped roasted green chiles
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp black pepper (for sauce)
- ¼ tsp salt (for sauce, or to taste)
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (for serving)
- Sliced green onions (for serving)
- Extra shredded cheese (optional, for serving)
- Fried or scrambled eggs (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Place the diced potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 5–7 minutes, just until slightly tender. Drain well and let them steam-dry for a few minutes.
- Fry the potatoes: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes in a single layer. Cook for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Season: Add the butter, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss until the potatoes are well coated. Transfer to a serving dish.
- Make the green chile sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Make the gravy: Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly for about 1 minute. Slowly pour in the broth while whisking to prevent lumps.
- Add the chile: Stir in the chopped green chiles, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Simmer for 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Add cheese: If using, stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Pour and serve: Pour the hot green chile sauce generously over the crispy potatoes. Garnish with cilantro or green onions and extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For the crispiest potatoes, don’t overcrowd the skillet. Fry them in two batches if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg