Papas con Chorizo
Papas con Chorizo is an easy Mexican chorizo and potatoes dish that's best served with fresh tortillas. Great for breakfast and ready in only 30 minutes!
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 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)
- freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- 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.