Papas Con Rajas (Potatoes and Peppers)

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 0

A tasty and hearty dish of Papas Con Rajas (Potatoes and Peppers)

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 idaho baking potatoes
	4 large poblano peppers ( the ones that resemble a smaller , darker green bell pepper )
	2 medium onions , sliced into rings
	1/4 cup crumbled mexican queso fresco ( if unavailable , use feta cheese )
	2 -3 garlic cloves , minced
	salt
	pepper
	2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

443

Sugar

Fat

28g

Papas Con Rajas is a traditional Mexican dish that combines roasted potatoes, poblano peppers, onions and queso fresco. This hearty and flavorful meal is a staple in many households and is often served as a side dish or a main course. It's creamy and tangy thanks to the cheese, slightly spicy from the peppers, and comforting and filling from the potatoes. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy simple but delicious meals that are easy to prepare.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes.
3.	Cut the poblanos into strips and remove the seeds.
4.	In a large bowl, toss the potatoes, poblanos and onions with the garlic, salt, pepper and oil.
5.	Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet.
6.	Cover the sheet with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.
7.	Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the edges are golden brown.
8.	Sprinkle queso fresco over the top of the dish and serve immediately.

PROS

Papas Con Rajas is a delicious and filling dish that is perfect for a cold winter night.

It is also very easy to prepare and requires only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

This dish is not particularly low in fat or calories due to the use of oil and cheese.

It may not be suitable for those on a strict diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high fat and calorie content, Papas Con Rajas does offer some nutritional benefits.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium and fiber, while peppers contain a high amount of vitamin C and antioxidants.