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This rustic dish is a staple in many Southwestern and New Mexican kitchens. Crispy golden potatoes (“papas”), smothered in roasted green chile, topped with fried eggs, and served with warm tortillas — it’s the kind of meal that tastes like home. It’s filling, flavorful, and endlessly customizable.
⏱️ Prep & Cook Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: ~35–40 minutes
🧰 Equipment:
- Large skillet or cast iron pan
- Spatula
- Small saucepan (optional for warming chile)
- Plate & foil or tortilla warmer
📝 Ingredients (Serves 2–3):
For the Papas:
- 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive oil)
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
For the Green Chile:
- 1 cup roasted green chile, chopped (Hatch if you can get it!)
- 1/4 cup chicken or veggie broth, or water
- Pinch of salt
- (Optional: Add 1 tbsp flour + 1 tbsp oil to make it saucy — like a green chile gravy)
For the Eggs:
- 2–4 eggs
- 1–2 tbsp butter or oil for frying
- Salt & pepper, to taste
To Serve:
- 4–6 corn or flour tortillas, warmed
- Optional toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Avocado slices
- Sour cream
📌 Ingredient Notes:
- Potatoes: Russets are great for crispiness. Yukon golds are creamier.
- Green chile: Use roasted Hatch chile or canned fire-roasted green chile if fresh isn’t available.
- Tortillas: Warmed on a dry skillet or directly over flame for extra flavor.
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Cook the Potatoes (Papas):
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Add onions in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Prepare the Green Chile:
- In a small saucepan, combine green chile and broth. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- (Optional: For a thicker sauce, make a quick roux in the pan, then add chile and liquid to make green chile gravy.)
- Taste and adjust salt.
3. Fry the Eggs:
- In a clean skillet, heat butter or oil over medium heat.
- Crack in eggs and fry until whites are set and yolks are done to your liking (sunny-side up, over-easy, etc.).
- Season with salt and pepper.
4. Warm the Tortillas:
- Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
5. Assemble & Serve:
- Layer your plate with a scoop of crispy papas.
- Spoon warm green chile over the top.
- Add one or two fried eggs.
- Serve with tortillas on the side to scoop or wrap.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx.):
- Calories: 450–550
- Protein: 14g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fat: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
Highly variable depending on oil, tortillas, and toppings.
💡 Tips:
- Precook potatoes: Boil them for 5 minutes before frying for a creamier inside and crispier outside.
- Make it saucier: Add tomato, garlic, or a splash of crema to the chile.
- Control heat: Mild, medium, or hot green chile all work — mix to taste.
- Make it a burrito: Wrap everything up for a killer breakfast burrito.
🔄 Variations:
- Add chorizo or bacon with the potatoes for a meaty version.
- Top with cheese right after the chile goes on — it’ll melt into everything.
- Vegetarian: Use veggie broth and skip the meat — still super hearty.
- Add beans: A scoop of refried or black beans adds fiber and flavor.
