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Pure de Papa | Mexican Mashed Potatoes Recipe

These Mexican-inspired mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for turkey, ham, or any festive meal! Creamy, flavorful, and with a smoky twist from the jalapeño, they’re a crowd-pleaser that isn’t spicy—just packed with rich flavor. Whether you're hosting a Christmas dinner, a posada, or simply want a comforting dish for a special occasion, this recipe will elevate your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8
Calories 197 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Blender
  • 1 griddle or air fryer
  • 1 Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pound potatoes In Mexico we traditionally use yellow potatoes
  • 1 piece jalapeno
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 piece onion
  • 1/4 package cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup mexican crema or sour cream
  • 1 tsp chicken bullion if you don;t have just add more salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup melting cheese
  • 1 tsp cooking oil

Instructions
 

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot filled with enough water to cover them. Boil over medium heat (fuego medio) until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork (about 20-25 minutes).
  • Spread the cooking oil on a grill and roast the jalapeno, onion, and garlic. To save time, you can roast them in the air fryer for 2 or 3 minutes.
  • Once roasted carefully remove the jalapeño. Slice it open and remove the seeds for a milder flavor. If you love a bit of heat, feel free to leave some seeds in!
  • In a blender, combine the jalapeño, garlic, onion, cream cheese, Mexican crema, and chicken bouillon. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Peel the boiled potatoes and place them back into the pot. Add the butter and mash them using a potato masher or a fork until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the jalapeño crema mixture into the mashed potatoes and mix well to combine. Stir in the melting cheese (such as Chihuahua cheese) and mash again until the cheese melts and everything is well incorporated.
  • Transfer the mashed potatoes to an oven-safe dish. Sprinkle additional shredded Chihuahua cheese on top and place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Pure de Papa | Mexican Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
197
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
 
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
29
mg
10
%
Sodium
 
511
mg
22
%
Potassium
 
505
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
22
g
7
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
324
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
25
mg
30
%
Calcium
 
100
mg
10
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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