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Crispy fried potatoes and savory ground beef come together in this classic Tex-Mex taco filling. It's a hearty, budget-friendly meal perfect for a weeknight dinner, ready in under 40 minutes and sure to be a family favorite.
For 4 servings
Fry the Potatoes
Cook the Beef and Aromatics
Season and Simmer the Filling
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Crispy fried potatoes and savory ground beef come together in this classic Tex-Mex taco filling. It's a hearty, budget-friendly meal perfect for a weeknight dinner, ready in under 40 minutes and sure to be a family favorite.
This tex_mex recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 938.98 calories per serving with 49.95g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Warm Tortillas and Assemble Tacos
Substitute the ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or chorizo for a different flavor profile.
Omit the beef and double the potatoes. Add a can of drained and rinsed black beans or pinto beans along with the tomato sauce for a hearty vegetarian version.
Sauté diced bell peppers (any color) or corn kernels along with the onions for extra vegetables and sweetness.
Instead of cheddar, try using more traditional Mexican cheeses like crumbled cotija, queso fresco, or shredded Oaxaca cheese.
Ground beef provides high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle mass, and maintaining overall body function.
Beef is a significant source of heme iron, a type that is more easily absorbed by the body than iron from plant sources. Iron is crucial for forming red blood cells and preventing anemia.
The complex carbohydrates from the potatoes offer a steady release of energy, helping to keep you full and energized for longer periods.
Each taco, including the filling and common toppings like cheese and sour cream, contains approximately 210-240 calories, depending on the exact amount of toppings used.
They can be part of a balanced diet. The dish provides protein from beef and carbohydrates from potatoes. To make it healthier, you can use leaner ground beef (93/7), bake the potatoes instead of frying, and load up on fresh vegetable toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and salsa.
Yes, the beef and potato filling is perfect for making ahead. You can prepare it up to 4 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the filling before assembling the tacos with fresh tortillas and toppings.
Russet potatoes are ideal because their high starch content makes them fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside when fried. Yukon Gold potatoes are a good alternative as they hold their shape well.
Absolutely. While corn tortillas are more traditional, flour tortillas work perfectly well. Warm them according to package directions before filling.
The key is to fry the potatoes until they are fully cooked and crispy before adding them back to the saucy meat mixture. Also, once you return them to the skillet, simmer for only a few minutes and stir gently to avoid breaking them down.