Papas Asadas al Achiote con Crema de Lima (Achiote Roast Potatoes)
Crisp roast baby potatoes coated in earthy red achiote and served with cooling lime crema.
Made with Lime crema (Mexican soured cream sauce) and Recado rojo (achiote paste). Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time50 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.55 a head
- Oven220°C (200°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan) and put a roasting tray in to heat.
- 2
Parboil the potatoes in salted water for 8 minutes, until a knife just goes in. Drain and let the steam escape for 2 minutes.
8 min - 3
Stir your ready made recado rojo (see the base recipe) with the oil, lime juice and salt. Toss the potatoes in it until evenly red.
- 4
Tip onto the hot tray in a single layer. Roast for 30 minutes, turning halfway, until crisp and deep orange.
30 min - 5
Serve with your ready made lime crema (see the base recipe), coriander and lime wedges.
Tips
- Shake the drained potatoes to rough up the edges. They crisp better.
- A hot tray stops the potatoes sticking and gives them crunch.
- Use a dairy free yoghurt with lime in place of the crema for a dairy free side.
Storing and freezing
Eat the same day. Cool leftovers within 2 hours and keep in the fridge for up to 2 days, reheating until steaming hot.
Questions
Is it vegetarian?
Yes. Potatoes, achiote, oil and lime crema contain no meat or fish. Check your crema base ingredients if you follow a strict vegetarian diet.
What goes well with it?
Grilled chicken, fish tikin xic or a simple green salad. It is also lovely as a taco filling.
Can I use larger potatoes?
Yes. Cut them into 3 cm chunks and add 5 minutes to the roasting time.
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Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.