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Description

Papas con Chorizo is an easy Mexican potatoes and chorizo dish that’s best served with fresh tortillas and topped with cilantro.

Prep time + Ingredients

This meal yeilds up to 6 servings with 5 minutes of prep time

• 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, diced into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 10 ounces Mexican chorizo (homemade or store-bought)
• salt, to taste
• black pepper, to taste
• chopped cilantro, for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, add potatoes. Cover completely with water, cover with lid, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until potatoes are cooked through. The potatoes should be tender and easily pricked with a fork. Carefully drain the water and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
4. Add chorizo and break up into smaller chunks using a wooden spoon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chorizo is cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
5. Add the potatoes and stir together to combine with the chorizo mixture. Cook for 5 more minutes.
6. Taste and season with salt and pepper as necessary. Garnish with chopped cilantro and enjoy.