Mexican Potato Pancakes
Stephanie Wise
Updated Jul 16, 2012
We added taco seasonings to traditional potato pancakes and topped them with guacamole and poached eggs for a Mexican spin on this breakfast favorite.
Mexican Potato Pancakes
- Prep Time 20 min
- Total 20 min
- Servings 4
- Ingredients 10
Ingredients
- 1 very large or 2 small russet potatoes (about 10 oz total)
- 1 tablespoon from 1 container (6.25 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Water
- White vinegar
- 4 pasteurized eggs*
- 4 tablespoons guacamole
- Coarse sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Torn fresh cilantro leaves, if desired

Make With
Old El Paso
Instructions
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Step1Peel and finely grate potatoes into medium bowl. Add taco seasoning mix; stir to combine.
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Step2Heat 12-inch (preferably cast-iron) skillet over medium heat. Add oil; turn skillet to coat.
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Step3Shape potato mixture into 4 patties. Squeeze out excess moisture between fingers; place in skillet. With pancake turner, press down on each pancake. Cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from skillet; place 2 pancakes on each serving plate. Cover to keep warm.
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Step4To poach eggs, fill 2-quart saucepan with a few inches of water and a splash of white vinegar. Heat to just under a simmer (there should be bubbles all over bottom and inside of saucepan but no bubbles coming up to the surface). Break 1 egg into a small dish. Using spatula or wooden spoon, make a whirlpool in the water. Carefully slide egg into center of whirlpool. Cook egg 3 to 5 minutes or until egg is all white and wobbles just a bit. Remove egg with slotted spoon; place on plate. Repeat with remaining eggs.
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Step5Spoon 1 tablespoon guacamole onto each pancake. Top each with 1 poached egg. Sprinkle tops with salt, pepper and torn cilantro. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
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