Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Potato Tacos (Tacos de Papa), where crispy corn tortillas cradle a creamy filling of mashed potatoes, spices, and melted cheese. This Mexican-inspired dish brings a comforting twist to your table, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its easy-to-follow steps and customizable toppings, these tacos are not only a hit among vegetarians but also a satisfying option for everyone. Serve them with fresh salsa, guacamole, or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra flavor kick. Elevate your taco night with this irresistible recipe that combines crunch and creaminess in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup queso fresco
- 16 corn tortillas
- 1 lb plum tomatoes
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt (divided)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp dried Mexican oregano
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for sauce)
Instructions
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
- Mash potatoes with butter, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and queso fresco until smooth.
- Prepare the sauce by boiling tomatoes for 10 minutes. Blend with garlic and spices until smooth.
- Heat oil in a frying pan. Warm tortillas briefly before filling each with mashed potato mixture and folding.
- Fry tacos in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg