Crispy Potato Tacos
featured in Tasty Inspired Recipes From Mexico
Get ready to indulge in these Crispy Potato Tacos that are a perfect combination of crunchy and savory. This mouthwatering dish will have you coming back for seconds, making it a must-try for taco night!
Tasty Team
May 04, 2023
92% would make again
Under 30 minutes

Under 30 minutes
Ingredients
for 8 tacos
- 2 large russet potatoes
- ¾ cup sour cream (170 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- salt, to taste
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 8 corn tortillas
- oil, for frying
Optional Toppings:
- sour cream, to taste
- salsa, to taste
- cotija cheese, to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (10 g), to taste
Nutrition Info
- Calories 177
- Fat 7g
- Carbs 25g
- Fiber 2g
- Sugar 1g
- Protein 3g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Thoroughly wash the potatoes and peel the skin off. Cut into smaller pieces and place in a pot of cold water.
- Bring to a boil over medium high heat and allow potatoes to cook until they are soft.
- Place softened potatoes into a large bowl. Mix in sour cream, garlic, cumin, salt pepper and oregano, and mash until well combined.
- Wrap the tortillas in a damp towel or paper towel and microwave for 15-20 seconds, so they don’t break.
- On half of the tortilla, place about one Tbsp. of the potato mixture and spread it around. Fold the tortilla in half and repeat with the rest of the tortillas.
- Heat one inch of vegetable oil in a pan. Carefully, place the potato tacos in the pan, allowing them to cook for about two minutes on each side.
- Once they have developed a golden color, remove from oil and strain excess oil off on a paper towel.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
- Enjoy!
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