Description
Crispy fried tacos filled with creamy, seasoned potato filling, bringing comfort and nostalgia to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for boiling
- 1/2 cup milk or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 small corn tortillas
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Toppings: Cotija cheese, shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream or vegan crema
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot, empty pot for one minute to dry out excess moisture.
- Add the milk or broth, butter, taco seasoning, and black pepper. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Warm the corn tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the potato filling onto the center of each warm tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half to create a taco shape. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- Pour about 1 inch of vegetable oil into a large, deep skillet and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place the filled tacos into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the crispy potato tacos from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Remove toothpicks before serving.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like Cotija cheese, shredded lettuce, salsa, and crema.
Notes
Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; do not overcrowd the skillet while frying for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg