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Tacos Dorados (Crunchy Tacos)
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Tacos Dorados (Crunchy Tacos)

Tacos Dorados are crunchy folded corn tortillas filled with a seasoned mixture of mashed potatoes, onions, and either shredded beef or chicken. The tortillas are briefly warmed to prevent cracking, then filled and fried until golden and crisp. The filling blends tender potatoes with spices and sautéed onions, creating a satisfying texture contrast with the crispy exterior.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 16 tacos
Calories: 174 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 16 corn tortillas
  • 2 russet potatoes peeled and cut, large
  • ½ cup onion finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp chicken bullion or beef bullion
  • ¼ tsp garlic salt
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp flour
  • 2 cups beef shredded or chicken

Instructions

Make the filling
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  1. In a medium saucepan, add the potatoes with enough water to cover them. Cook until soft for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, mash the potatoes with a fork or potato masher.
  3. Add the flour, salt, pepper and chicken bouillon. Mix everything very well until all ingredients are integrated.
  4. In a nonstick skillet, add 2 tablespoons of oil and saute the onions on medium heat until soft. About 2 minutes.
  5. Add the mashed potato and integrate well with the onion. If using shredded beef or chicken, add it at this point.
Frying the tacos
  1. Before assembling the tacos, warm the tortillas in a ziploc bag until barely warm. This will prevent the tortilla from breaking when folding it!
  2. With a spoon, add some filling to half of the tortilla and fold gently. (See note #1)
  3. Fry the tacos in hot oil in a small skillet. Fry about 45 seconds to a minute per side. Keep your eye on them!
  4. Remove and place on a plate with paper towels to drain the excess oil. I also like to blot the top with a paper towel.
  5. Serve while hot and top them with Consomé, lettuce, radishes, queso fresco, Mexican crema, hot sauce, and a drizzle of lime juice.

Notes

  • Fry each taco immediately after folding to keep the corn tortillas pliable and prevent cracking.
  • Warming the tortillas inside a sealed plastic bag makes them easier to fold without breaking.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1taco Calories 174kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Cholesterol 13mg (4%) Sodium 249mg (10%) Potassium 130mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16 tacos

Amount Per Serving

Calories 174

% Daily Value*

Serving 1taco
Calories 174kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 13mg 4%
Sodium 249mg 10%
Potassium 130mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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