Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos Recipe)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
443 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos Recipe)
Description
This Tacos de Papa recipe uses peeled, cubed potatoes boiled until very tender, then mashed with butter and Mexican crema or sour cream for richness. The filling is flavored with ancho chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, giving it mild warmth and depth suited for Mexican-style tacos.
Each corn tortilla is warmed to soften before being filled with about 1/4 cup of the mashed potato mixture. They are folded in half and pan-fried in vegetable oil until both sides develop a crispy, golden crust. Draining on wire racks or paper towels prevents sogginess and maintains crispness.
The finished tacos offer a contrast between the crunchy shell and the creamy, savory potato filling. They can be served with traditional Mexican garnishes such as Pico de Gallo, radish slices, crumbly white cheese, chili flakes, and adobo sauce, adding freshness, spice, and texture.
Ingredients
FOR THE PAPAS (Mashed Potato Filling)
- 2 pounds potato peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup Mexican crema or use sour cream
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder optional – or use guajillo, a chili powder blend, or paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
FOR ASSEMBLY
- ½ cup vegetable oil or more as needed
- 12-16 corn tortillas
- Pico de Gallo toppings, sliced radish, crumbly white cheese, use your favorites
- white cheese
- radish
- chili flakes
- adobo sauce
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the potatoes. Boil them for 20-25 minutes, or until very soft.
- Drain and add to a large mixing bowl with the butter, crema or sour cream, chili powder, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Mash until very smooth.
- Heat the oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave or in a pan heated to medium-high – this will ensure they do not break.
- Spoon 1/4 cup mashed potatoes into each tortilla and fold them in half. Fry each stuffed tortilla in batches in the oil 2-3 minutes per side, or until crispy and golden. Drain on a wire rack or on paper towels. You can keep them warmed in the oven at 200 degrees F if needed.
- Serve with your favorite toppings and salsa or sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 443 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 443kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 109mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 750mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 266IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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