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Mexican Tacos de Papa Recipe

The history of tacos de papa is closely linked to the introduction of potatoes in Mexico. Potatoes were brought to the country by the Spanish in the 16th century, but initially, they were not widely embraced.
However, in the 19th century, during a period of food scarcity, potatoes gained popularity as a staple crop. Their use continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and today, they are a key ingredient in many Mexican dishes.
Some variations of tacos de papa include ground beef or chorizo, but they can also be enjoyed as a vegetarian or vegan option by leaving out the meat and cheese. Tacos de papa, also known as potato tacos, are a beloved Mexican dish filled with potatoes, lettuce, cheese, and salsa.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Additional Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 8
Calories 384 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Corn tortillas - 8
  • Potatoes, peeled and diced - 4
  • Onion (diced) - 1
  • Garlic cloves (minced) - 2
  • Cumin - 1/2 tsp
  • Paprika - 1/2 tsp
  • Chili powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Salt and pepper - to taste
  • Oil
  • Lettuce (shredded) - 1 cup
  • Cheddar cheese (grated) - 1/2 cup
  • Salsa - to serve
  • Sour cream - to serve

Instructions
 

  • Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they are soft, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes and mash them with a fork or potato masher. 
  • Add the diced onion, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes and mix well.
  • Add two to three heaped tablespoons of the potato mixture to a warm tortilla and fold in half. Repeat this until all of your mashed potato has been used up.
  • Heat two spoonfuls of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 
  • Place the tacos into the skillet and cook, for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the outside becomes crispy and golden brown.
  • Top with shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, and salsa.
  • Serve the tacos hot, with sour cream and extra salsa as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 384kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 290mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g
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