Papas Locas Recipe
If you love tasty snacks, you will enjoy Papas Locas Recipe! This dish is a fun twist on loaded fries. It’s a popular street food in Mexico.
Ingredients
- Potatoes large, washed and diced = 4
- Olive oil = 2 tablespoons
- Chili powder = 1 teaspoon
- Paprika = 1 teaspoon
- Cumin = 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper = to taste
- Shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend = 1 cup
- Cooked chicken diced = 1/2 cup
- Cooked bacon crumbled = 1/2 cup
- Green onions sliced = 1/4 cup
- Sour cream = 1/4 cup
- Fresh cilantro chopped = 1/4 cup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a large bowl, mix diced potatoes with olive oil.
- Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Toss until potatoes are coated well.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes.
- Stir the potatoes halfway through baking time.
- Remove from the oven when golden brown and crispy.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the hot potatoes.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven.
- Bake for an extra 3-5 minutes to melt cheese.
- Remove Papas Locas from the oven.
- Transfer to a serving platter.
- Top with diced chicken and crumbled bacon.
- Add sliced green onions and sour cream.
- Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve Papas Locas hot and enjoy!
Notes
Making Papas Locas is easy if you follow these tips:
- Use frozen fries: Frozen fries are easy and quick to prepare. Choose thick-cut fries for more crunch.
- Bake or fry the fries: You can bake or fry the fries. Baking is healthier, while frying adds extra crispiness.
- Get creative with toppings: Add your favorite toppings. Use cheese, salsa, or guacamole to make it yours.
- Make your own sauces: Instead of store-bought sauces, try making your own. Mix sour cream with lime juice for a fresh dip.
- Serve immediately: Papas Locas taste best when served hot. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or fryer.