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Spicy Cilantro Lime Potatoes

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 45 mins
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Cooking Temp: 425  F
Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • 1 lime (juiced; lemon fine as substitute)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1/2 bunch green onions (chopped)
  • salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 425ºF.
  2. 2
    Place the diced potatoes, baking soda, and salt in a large pot. Cover with water by 1 inch and bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes until just slightly under fork-tender. Drain into a large bowl.
  3. 3
    Using tongs, transfer the potatoes to a baking sheet in an even layer. Let stand for 5–10 minutes.
  4. 4
    Transfer the potatoes to a bowl with the extra virgin olive oil, ancho chili powder, paprika, and cayenne powder. Taste and add more salt, if needed. Toss to coat. Return to the baking sheet in an even layer and roast for 20–30 minutes until golden brown.
  5. 5
    Wipe out the bowl used to season the potatoes and add lime juice, cilantro, and green onions.
  6. 6
    Carefully add the roasted potatoes to the bowl and toss to coat. Taste and season once more with salt and pepper if needed.