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Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos Recipe)
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Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos Recipe)

Tacos de Papa are corn tortillas filled with creamy mashed potatoes seasoned with Mexican crema and spices, then fried until crisp and golden. The potatoes are mashed smooth with butter, crema, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder for a flavorful filling. Frying the filled tortillas creates a satisfying crispy exterior with a soft, creamy interior that pairs well with fresh toppings like Pico de Gallo, radishes, and cheese.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 443 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

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
  • black pepper to taste
  • salt 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

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  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the potatoes. Boil them for 20-25 minutes, or until very soft.
  2. 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.
  3. Heat the oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Warm the tortillas in the microwave or in a pan heated to medium-high – this will ensure they do not break.
  5. 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.
  6. Serve with your favorite toppings and salsa or sauce.

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 443

% 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.