Baked Potato Tacos are a delicious twist on traditional tacos, combining the creamy goodness of baked potatoes with flavorful taco ingredients. This recipe is easy to make, versatile, and perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- The combination of crispy baked potatoes and savory taco toppings creates a delicious flavor explosion.
- It’s a quick and simple recipe that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.
- Baked Potato Tacos are perfect for meal prep – make a batch ahead of time and enjoy them throughout the week.
Ingredient Notes:
- Large baking potatoes (Russet potatoes): provide a hearty base for the tacos.
- Olive oil: adds a rich flavor to both the potatoes and the ground beef.
- Salt and pepper: enhance the overall seasoning of the dish.
- Lean ground beef: a protein-packed filling for the tacos.
- Yellow onion: adds a subtle sweetness to the dish.
- Taco seasoning: infuses the meat with traditional taco flavors.
- Water: helps to create a saucy texture for the beef.
- Optional toppings: cheddar cheese, diced tomato, guacamole, sour cream, cilantro, and green onion add freshness and creaminess to the tacos.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat the oven and prepare the potatoes.
- Bake the potatoes until tender.
- Cook the ground beef with onions and seasoning.
- Fill the baked potatoes with the beef mixture.
- Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Helpful Tips:
- For a vegetarian option, swap the ground beef for black beans or tofu.
- To save time, you can bake the potatoes ahead of time and reheat them when ready to serve.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- To make the potatoes extra crispy, brush them with olive oil before baking.
- Customize the taco seasoning to your taste by adding extra spices like cumin or paprika.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve Baked Potato Tacos with a side of Mexican rice, a fresh salad, or a cold beer for a complete meal experience.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store any leftover taco filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes?
- Yes, sweet potatoes can be a delicious alternative in this recipe.
- How can I make this recipe vegan?
- Substitute the ground beef with plant-based protein and use dairy-free toppings.
- Can I freeze Baked Potato Tacos?
- It’s best to freeze the taco filling separately and assemble fresh tacos when ready to eat.
- Are there any gluten-free options for the taco seasoning?
- Look for gluten-free taco seasoning blends at your local grocery store.
Conclusion:
Baked Potato Tacos are a fun and flavorful twist on classic tacos that are sure to become a new favorite in your meal rotation. Try this recipe today and let us know how you enjoyed it!
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Baked Potato Tacos
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
These delicious baked potato tacos are a fun twist on traditional tacos, with crispy potato shells filled with seasoned ground beef and topped with your favorite taco toppings.
Ingredients
- – 4 large baking potatoes, rinsed clean and patted dry (Russet potatoes)
- – 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- – 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- – 1 pound lean ground beef
- – 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- – 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- – 1 ounce taco seasoning
- – 3/4 cup water
- – Optional Toppings: finely shredded cheddar cheese, small diced Roma tomato, prepared guacamole or diced avocado, sour cream, fresh cilantro, green onion
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Slice each potato into thin rounds, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt, and toss to coat.
3. Arrange the potato slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until crispy.
4. In a skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and cook the ground beef with onion, black pepper, and taco seasoning until browned.
5. Add water and simmer until the mixture thickens.
6. To assemble, fill each potato shell with the beef mixture and top with desired toppings.
Notes
– For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with black beans or lentils.
– You can customize the toppings to suit your preferences, such as adding jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg