Mexican Green Chile Cheese Potato Cakes with Green Chile Sour Cream

Green Chile Potato Cakes with Green Chile Sour Cream

Crispy potato cakes filled with cheese and green chiles, served with a zesty green chile sour cream for the perfect bite.

Ingredients:

For the Potato Cakes:

• 3 cups shredded potatoes (peeled and rinsed)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend cheese)
• 1/4 cup diced green chiles (canned or fresh roasted)
• 1/4 cup finely diced onion
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3-4 tablespoons oil (for frying)

For the Green Chile Sour Cream:

• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons diced green chiles
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Pinch of salt

1. Prep the Potatoes

• Shred the potatoes and place them in a large bowl of cold water. Let them soak for 5 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes and squeeze out as much water as possible using a kitchen towel. This step ensures crispy potato cakes.

2. Mix the Potato Cake Batter

• In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, cheddar cheese, green chiles, onion, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, and salt.
• Stir in the beaten eggs and flour until the mixture is well combined.

3. Cook the Potato Cakes

• Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture and press it slightly to form a patty.
• Place the patties in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
• Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

4. Make the Green Chile Sour Cream

• In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, diced green chiles, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
• Stir until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

5. Serve

• Serve the crispy potato cakes warm, drizzled with green chile sour cream or with a side for dipping.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, or extra shredded cheese for added flavor.

Optional Add-Ons

• Add crumbled bacon for a smoky flavor.
• Use pepper jack cheese for an extra spicy kick.

Enjoy!
These Green Chile Potato Cakes are crispy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavors. They’re perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or satisfying snack. 🌶️🧀