Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos)

Name: Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 (3.25 ounce) package instant mashed potatoes (such as Idahoan™ Signature Russets Mashed Potatoes); 0.5 cup diced onions; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; salt and pepper to taste; 8 corn tortillas; 0.5 cup vegetable oil for frying, plus more as needed; Shredded lettuce; Chopped tomatoes; 4 tablespoons Shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend; Salsa

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I remember my mother making these potato tacos when I was growing up. We loved them! And they're great with mashed potatoes.

Recipe by Yoly

Updated on August 22, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

8 tacos

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Ingredients

1 (3.25 ounce) package instant mashed potatoes (such as Idahoan™ Signature Russets Mashed Potatoes)
½ cup diced onions
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
8 corn tortillas
½ cup vegetable oil for frying, plus more as needed

Garnishes:

Shredded lettuce
Chopped tomatoes
4 tablespoons Shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
Salsa

Directions

Prepare mashed potatoes according to package directions.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sautee diced onions in oil until tender and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add cooked mashed potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
Place tortillas on a plate. Heat in microwave until pliable, 15 to 20 seconds.
Place 1/4 cup of potato mixture in each tortilla, fold in half and secure each end with toothpicks.
Heat oil in a skillet until shimmering. Fry each taco until crispy and golden brown, about 1 minute on each side.
Remove toothpicks and top with garnishes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

513	Calories
35g	Fat
47g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 513
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g	44%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 230mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 47g	17%
Dietary Fiber 6g	21%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 25mg	124%
Calcium 63mg	5%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 521mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.