PAPAS FRITAS MEXICANA

PAPAS FRITAS MEXICANA image

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs white potatoes, peeled, steamed and diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, finely sliced
3 large garlic, finely diced
1/2 to 3/4 tsp dried Tarragon
1/4 to 1/2 tsp dried Rosemary
1 tsp Paprika
salt & pepper to taste
4 oz butter
4 Tbsp cooking oil
Juice of 1 large fresh lemon
2 green onions finely sliced for garnish
(Optional) 32 large shrimp. Headed, shelled & de-veined. Cut into bite size pieces.

Steps:

Peel potatoes, slice lengthwise in half, and steam for 15 minutes until just tender. Remove and set aside to cool. Melt butter in a large skillet. Add cooking oil and heat until just beginning to bubble. Add potatoes, diced onions, red bell pepper, garlic, herbs and seasonings. Saute for 5 - 8 minutes or until potatoes begin to brown. Adjust seasonings to taste. If including shrimp, add at this time. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just done. When done, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.