Spicy Air Fryer Mexican Potatoes with Jalapeño, Tomato and Onion (oil-free)
Spicy and flavorful, these Mexican-style potatoes with jalapeño, onion, garlic, tomato and cilantro are delicious and low in calories. Try this healthy, easy vegan, plant-based potato recipe by itself, as a side or as a taco filling.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time40 minutesmins
Course: Comfort Food
Cuisine: Mexican, TexMex
Keyword: mexican potatoes, potatoes mexican style, potatoes with jalapeño, tomato and onion, spicy air fryer potatoes
Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper, to prevent the smaller pieces from falling through and to keep the food from sticking. If your air fryer is non-stick, you may choose to skip this step (it's up to you). I use a Ninja Foodi and can cook this recipe all at once. If your air fryer is smaller, you may need to do this in 2 batches or reduce the recipe in half.
Add potato mixture to the air fryer basket that is lined with parchment paper. Air fry the potato mixture at 400°F for 20 minutes. The potatoes should be lightly browned.
Remove air fryer basket after 20 minutes and spread the chopped tomatoes evenly on top of the hot potatoes. Put basket back in air fryer and air fry at 400°F for another 8 minutes, until the tomatoes are hot and browning on the edges.
3 roma tomatoes
Remove basket from air fryer and sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro. Taste and add more salt and pepper, as needed. Serve hot with warmed corn tortillas.
½ bunch cilantro
How to Warm Corn Tortillas over Gas Stove
Turn on your gas burner to medium low or low heat. Warm one corn tortilla at a time for 20 seconds on each side. Use tongs to flip the tortilla.
corn tortillas
Keep the tortillas warm and soft by stacking them inside a clean dish towel or cloth napkin while you warm the rest of the tortillas.
Notes
IF USING RAW OR FROZEN POTATOES: If you choose to use raw or frozen cubed potatoes, the initial cooking time will be longer in the air fryer. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, before adding the tomatoes.