10 Potato Side Dishes

Potatoes are a versatile ingredient that compliment many protein based main dishes. I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for delicious side dish ideas.

Potatoes can be creamy, crispy, cheesy, or herb-packed, and they work for weeknights, holidays, potlucks, and everything in between. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just want something simple and delicious, these 10 potato side dishes are perfect.

Regardless of the type of protein you are serving as your main course, beef, pork, chicken or fish, you’ll need side dish options.

Colombia is one of the world’s great potato countries. High in the Andes, dozens of native varieties—especially the small, creamy yellow papa criolla show up in everyday meals. From simple papa salada (salted potatoes) for a weekend asado to cheesy papas chorreadas, here are 10 potato dishes you must try!

Papas Chorreadas (Potatoes with Cream and Cheese Sauce) See the recipe here

Pairs with: Sobrebarriga (flank steak), roasted chicken, or grilled meats.

Cumin-Achiote Roasted Potatoes (See the recipe here)

Pairs with: Almost anything, especially grilled meats or seafood.

Ensalada Rusa (Russian Salad) (See the recipe here)

Pairs with: Burgers, grilled chicken, hot dogs, or fried fish.

Lapingachos (Colombian-Style Potato Cakes) (See the recipe here)

Pairs with: Roasted chicken, pork chops, steak, or meatloaf.

Salted Potato (Papa Salada) (See the recipe here)

Pairs with: Grilled meats, chicken, and a side of guacamole or ají.

Mashed Potatoes with Peas and Mint (See the recipe here)

Naco o Puré de Papas (Colombian-Style Mashed Potatoes) (See the recipe here)

Papas con Salsa de Aguacate (Potatoes with Avocado Sauce) (See the recipe here)

Papas al Perejil (Steamed Potatoes with Parsley)(See the recipe here)

Papas con Espinacas (Potatoes with Spinach) (See the recipe here)