Description
A vibrant and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish featuring crispy roasted potatoes, seasoned beef or beans, and an array of toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 lb ground beef or black beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup salsa
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Optional: diced tomatoes, corn, jalapeños, olives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss diced potatoes with olive oil and seasonings.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
- While potatoes bake, brown beef in a skillet.
- Add taco seasoning and water; simmer until thickened.
- Remove potatoes from the oven, transfer to bowls, and sprinkle cheese while hot.
- Top with seasoned meat or beans, then layer on desired toppings.
- Finish with sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro.
Notes
For best results, evenly dice potatoes for consistent cooking and allow cheese to melt completely for a gooey topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg