Best 2 Papas Fritas Mexicana Recipes

PAPAS FRITAS MEXICANA

Steps:

• Peel potatoes, slice lengthwise in half, and steam for 15 minutes until just tender. Remove and set aside to cool. Melt butter in a large skillet. Add cooking oil and heat until just beginning to bubble. 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. If including shrimp, add at this time. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just done. When done, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.

CHEF JOHN'S PATATAS BRAVAS

Steps:

• Combine garlic, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt in a mortar and pestle or food processor; process until smooth. Mix in mayonnaise, sherry vinegar, tomato paste, 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder, and cayenne pepper until combined. Cover and refrigerate dipping sauce.
• Mix 1 tablespoon salt, black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder together in a small bowl. Set spice blend aside.
• Pour water into a large saucepan and stir 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, cumin, and bay leaves into water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover; simmer for 10 minutes.
• Stir potatoes into water-paprika mixture, bring to a boil, and simmer until potatoes are tender but not fully cooked, 4 to 5 minutes. The tip of a paring knife should easily insert into the center of a potato cube. Drain potatoes and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 45 minutes.
• Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet or Dutch oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Add cooled potato cubes and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer potatoes to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to cool slightly. Toss in a bowl with spice blend and serve with dipping sauce.