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Potato Taco

Crispy taco shells filled with savory mashed potatoes seasoned with taco spices and topped with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, and avocado.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 large potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 taco shells
  • Shredded cheese
  • Lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Salsa
  • Avocado

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Potato masher
  • Spatula
  • Taco shell holder

Method
 

  1. Peel and cut the potatoes into even cubes.
  2. Place the cubed potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a mixing bowl; mash until smooth.
  4. Stir in the olive oil and taco seasoning into the mashed potatoes.
  5. Season the potato mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and crisp the taco shells for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally.
  7. Fill each taco shell generously with the potato mixture.
  8. Top each filled taco with shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa, and avocado.
  9. Serve immediately while the shells are hot and crunchy.

Notes

Pro Tip: Heat the taco shells just before serving for the best crunch!