Chorizo Con Papas
A classic Mexican comfort dish of spiced chorizo sausage cooked with crispy potatoes and onions. Quick, savory, and perfect as a main course or filling for tacos and tortillas.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Peel and dice potatoes into 0.5-inch cubes. Dice onion and mince garlic.
Step 2
Remove casing from chorizo and break into bite-sized crumbles.
Step 3
Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chorizo and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and rendered. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
In the same skillet with chorizo fat, add potatoes and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden and crispy.
Step 5
Add garlic, jalapeño, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 6
Return chorizo to skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
Step 7
Remove from heat. Squeeze lime juice over the dish and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast iron skillet or large sauté pan
- knife and cutting board
- wooden spoon
- plate
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