Chile Con Papas Chile With Potatoes Food

POTATOES WITH ROASTED POBLANO CHILES AND MEXICAN SOUR CREAM (PAPAS CON RAJAS Y CREMA ÁCIDA)

Steps:

• On an ungreased comal or in a cast-iron skillet over high heat, roast the chiles, turning them over every couple of minutes using tongs or your hands (carefully, so you don't get burned). You're looking for uniform blistering, but you don't want them to become too soggy in the process, especially if you intend to stuff them, since they need to hold their shape. The process will probably take 10 to 15 minutes. Once they are well blistered and before the flesh is completely charred through in any spots, place the peppers in a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid or in a bowl that you can cover with a plate (not a towel or anything porous) and set aside to "sweat" for about 10 minutes, or until they are cool enough to handle.
• Remove the charred skin from the whole chiles. Once you have removed and discarded the skin and seeds, cut them into rajas, or strips, about the width of fettuccine.
• In a small saucepan, cover the potatoes with 2 inches / 5cm water and add the salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then decrease to low and simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove one of the potatoes and taste it. The piece should be soft but not falling apart, still holding its cube shape. Cubed like this, they will cook quite quickly, so be attentive. Once they have the right texture, drain the potatoes and set aside in a medium bowl with a lid or cover the pan with a plate to keep them warm.
• Using the same comal or skillet in which you toasted your chiles, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it's hot but not smoking. Add the onion and sauté until it's translucent but not browned.
• In a saucepan, combine the potatoes, chiles, onion, and crema or crème fraîche. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. As the mixture cools, the starches will absorb some of the melted cream and help it firm up. Taste and add more salt if needed. Serve as you wish!
• Do Ahead: These potatoes can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

CHILE CON PAPAS (CHILE WITH POTATOES)

Steps:

• Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
• Fry potatoes in oil, stirring frequently, until golden.
• Add red chile and garlic; Blend well.
• Pour in water, add salt and oregano then bring to a boil.
• Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
• Enjoy! ;).

PAPAS CON CHILES (POTATOES WITH CHILES AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Peel potatoes and dice into 1/2 inch pieces. Boil some water, add potatoes, and boil for about 15-20 minutes. (until potatoes are soft)
• Meanwhile heat heavy cream over low heat and add cheddar until combined and smooth.
• Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash potatoes with potato masher.
• Add all ingredients to potatoes except chiles and salt. Mix until smooth.
• Add chiles to desired spiciness and salt to taste.
• You can also add finished potatoes to casserole dish and melt additional cheese over top.

PAPA A LA HUANCAINA (POTATOES WITH CHILE-CHEESE SAUCE)

Steps:

• Cover the whole potatoes with cold, salted water, boil until cooked through. Remove from heat, drain and cool. Peel the potatoes and cut in half length-wise or into rounds.
• Place the cheese, evaporated milk, peppers and turmeric in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. With the motor running, add the crackers one at a time to thicken the sauce. With the motor still running, drizzle in the oil. Add more crackers if the sauce is too thin, or some milk or water if it is too thick. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Line a serving platter with the lettuce leaves. Place the potatoes on top of the lettuce leaves. Spoon the chile-cheese sauce over the potatoes. Garnish serving plate with egg quarters and tomato wedges. Sprinkle olives over potatoes and serve cold or at room temperature.
• VARIATIONS:.
• Papa a la Huancaina is also popular in Bolivia. However, the cheese is sometimes substituted with 1 cup of natural peanut butter.
• Ají amarillois the fiery yellow pepper common in Peruvian cuisine. These peppers can be found canned or in jars at many Latino markets.
• Try using a variety of potatoes for a colorful effect: blue, Yukon gold, russets, etc.
• A little garlic can be added to the sauce. A little lime or lemon juice squeezed in the sauce can round out its taste nicely as well.
• A local herb, palillo, is often added to the sauce, imparting a further bright yellow color. It can sometimes be found in powdered form at Latino markets. Turmeric is a fine substitute.

PAPAS CON CHILE VERDE (POTATOES WITH GREEN CHILE) FOR TWO

Steps:

• Heat oil in pan, peel and slice potatoes.
• Add potatoes to pan; cover and cook on medium till done, about 10 minutes.
• Add diced chilies; stir.
• Serve warm.

PAPAS CON CHILE COLORADO - CHILE ROASTED POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Saute the onion and garlic in the butter until soft, then add the chile.
• Toss the potatoes in the mixture, evenly coating them.
• Place the potatoes in a shallow pan with just a little bit of water and bake until the potatoes are done, about 45 minutes.
• Sprinkle the cheese over the top of the potatoes and serve.