Papas con Chorizo (Potato with Mexican Sausage)
Papas con chorizo (Mexican chorizo and potatoes) is an easy two-ingredient dish usually served for breakfast, brunch, or lunch with a side of eggs or refried beans, or stuffed inside a burrito or gordita.
Equipment
- Large skillet or cast-iron pan
- cutting board
- Knife
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb russet potatoes peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
- 9-12 oz Mexican chorizo
- salt to taste
- 1-2 tablespoon avocado or olive oil only if needed
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chorizo and use a spoon to break it into small pieces. Cook for 6–8 minutes, until fully cooked through.
- Remove the chorizo from the pan and place it on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Carefully remove excess grease from the skillet, leaving about 1–2 tablespoons in the pan.If your chorizo didn’t release much oil, add 1–2 tablespoons of oil.
- Add the diced potatoes to the skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 12–15 minutes, or until fork-tender and lightly crispy on the outside. Season lightly with salt.
- Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until everything is heated through.
- Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve warm.
Notes
This recipe is traditionally made with just chorizo and potatoes, but you can add diced onion, jalapeño, or tomato if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 188gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.8mg
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