Spicy Potato Tacos Recipe
These Spicy Potato Tacos are a delicious twist on traditional tacos, featuring crispy baked potato chunks seasoned with a smoky and spicy blend of spices. Perfectly tender on the inside and golden brown on the outside, these tacos are served with soft tortillas, chipotle sauce, shredded vegan cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, and diced tomatoes for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 4 large Russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Additions
- Small soft tortillas, warmed
- Chipotle sauce
- Shredded lettuce
- Shredded vegan cheddar cheese
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly oil a large rimmed baking sheet or two smaller baking sheets to prevent sticking.
- Parboil the potatoes: Peel the potatoes and dice them into 3/4 inch chunks. Rinse under cold water, then boil in a large pot of water for 5-7 minutes until just tender but still firm to the bite.
- Drain and dry the potatoes: Drain the potatoes in a strainer and let them sit for about 3 minutes to dry. Shake the strainer gently to remove excess moisture and encourage a rough starch coating for crispiness.
- Season the potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the parboiled potatoes with olive oil, cornstarch, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper until well coated.
- Bake the potatoes: Spread the coated potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking, until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Assemble the tacos: Serve the baked potatoes inside warmed tortillas topped with chipotle sauce, shredded vegan cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, and diced tomatoes. Enjoy your spicy potato tacos!
Notes
- Parboiling the potatoes before baking ensures they cook evenly and become crispy on the outside while staying tender inside.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to taste depending on your desired spice level.
- For extra crispiness, make sure the potatoes are dry before baking and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
- These tacos can easily be made vegan by using vegan cheese and chipotle sauce that is dairy-free.
- If you want, add avocado or a squeeze of lime for extra freshness.
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