Spicy Chipotle-Style Potatoes (Papitas Cambry Endiabladas)

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Baby Potatoes (washed, halved if large)
• 1 piece Guajillo Chili (stem removed, seeds removed, rinsed)
• 2 pieces Pua Chili (stem removed, seeds removed, rinsed)
• 4 pieces Arbol Chili (seeds left for extra heat (optional to remove))
• 3 lemons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 4 cloves Garlic (peeled; 3 for sauce, 1 for frying)
• 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil (for blending sauce)
• 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes; can substitute with oil)
• 1/2 Tbsp Salt (for boiling potatoes; additional pinch for sauce)
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chilies

   Remove stems from the guajillo and pua chilies, cut them open, discard the seeds, and rinse under cold water.

   Time: PT5M

2. Blend the Sauce

   In the blender combine the cleaned chilies, juice of 3 lemons, 3 peeled garlic cloves, 2 Tbsp vegetable oil, a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth.

   Time: PT5M

3. Boil the Potatoes

   Place the baby potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 1/2 Tbsp salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for about 12 minutes until the potatoes are fork‑tender but not falling apart.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: boiling

4. Drain and Prep Potatoes

   Drain the potatoes in a colander, let them steam dry for 2 minutes, then poke each potato a few times with a fork so the sauce can soak in.

   Time: PT2M

5. Sauté Potatoes

   Heat the skillet over medium heat, add 2 Tbsp butter (or oil). When melted, add the remaining garlic clove, minced, and sauté for 30 seconds. Add the boiled potatoes and fry, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until golden brown.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium

6. Combine Sauce and Potatoes

   Pour the blended chili‑lemon sauce over the fried potatoes, toss to coat evenly, and cook for an additional 2 minutes just to heat the sauce through.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium

7. Serve

   Transfer the spicy potatoes to a serving bowl, garnish with extra lime wedges or chopped cilantro if desired, and enjoy while hot.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

180

Protein

3 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

3 g