Savor the comfort of cheesy, crispy potato tacos with this easy stovetop recipe. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, these tacos combine creamy mashed potatoes, flavorful veggies, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in warm tortillas. With no oven required, you can whip up this delicious meal in no time.
Ingredients:
- 360g mashed potatoes (from 2 medium-sized potatoes)
- 1 medium onion (140g), finely chopped
- 1 red pepper, finely chopped
- 7 tortilla breads (15cm)
- ~200g mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Tomato pizza sauce
- 10g butter
- 2-3 tbsp cooking oil
- 1/2 tbsp paprika
- 1/4 tbsp black pepper
- 2 pinches of salt
- 2 tbsp water
- 20g parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions:
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
- If not already prepared, boil the potatoes until tender. Mash them with a bit of butter and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables:
- Heat 1 tbsp of cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and red pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the onion turns translucent, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the paprika, black pepper, and two pinches of salt. Stir well to combine.
- Add the mashed potatoes to the skillet, mixing thoroughly with the sautéed vegetables.
- Add 2 tbsp of water to help combine the mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Tacos:
- Spread the tortillas on a clean surface.
- Spread a thin layer of tomato pizza sauce on each tortilla.
- Spoon a portion of the potato mixture onto half of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the potato mixture.
- Cook the Tacos:
- Warm a large skillet or griddle over medium heat, adding a small amount of oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Fold each tortilla in half to form a taco.
- Place the tacos in the skillet and cook until the bottom is golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Remove the tacos from the skillet and set aside.
- Serve:
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the cooked tacos for an extra cheesy touch.
- Serve hot, with your favorite salsa or a side of guacamole if desired.
Conclusion:
These Crispy Potato Tacos are a delightful combination of textures and flavors, perfect for a quick and cheesy dinner. With creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and melted cheese all encased in a crispy tortilla, every bite is a treat. Best of all, you don’t need an oven to enjoy this delicious meal. Try it tonight and enjoy a fun and satisfying twist on traditional tacos!
