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Authentic Crispy Tacos de Papa (Mexican Potato Tacos)

Three crispy, golden-brown potato tacos filled with seasoned potato mixture, served with salsa and sour cream.
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Make authentic Tacos de Papa, a simple, budget-friendly Mexican favorite. These potato tacos feature Mexican-spiced mashed potatoes wrapped in tortillas and fried until golden and crispy. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for boiling
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Toppings: shredded lettuce, crumbled cotija cheese, salsa, sour cream or crema

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot, empty pot for one minute to dry out any excess moisture.
  3. Mash the potatoes until mostly smooth. Stir in the salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder until the filling is evenly seasoned.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas slightly in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
  5. Place about 2 tablespoons of the potato filling onto the center of each tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling to form a taco shape. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
  6. 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).
  7. Carefully place the rolled tacos into the hot oil, seam-side down first, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning gently, until they are golden brown and crispy.
  8. 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.
  9. Serve the Tacos de Papa immediately with your favorite toppings like lettuce, cheese, salsa, and crema. This is a great meatless taco filling option.

Notes

  • For extra crispy tacos, you can bake or air-fry the rolled tacos instead of deep-frying. Brush them lightly with oil before cooking until golden.
  • If you want a spicier flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle powder to the mashed potato filling.
  • These tacos are excellent served as part of a Loaded Potato Taco Bowl by deconstructing the ingredients over a bed of rice or extra lettuce.

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