Description
Potato Green Chile Tacos are a flavorful and hearty vegetarian dish that combines the comforting texture of roasted potatoes with the zesty kick of green chiles, all wrapped in a soft corn tortilla. Perfect for a casual dinner or as a part of a festive Mexican spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup diced green chiles, canned or fresh
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, sour cream, shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
- Toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- While the potatoes are roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of olive oil, then sautΓ© onion and garlic until translucent.
- Stir in the green chiles, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for a few more minutes until the mixture is fragrant.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and add them to the skillet with the chile mixture, tossing to combine.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or in the microwave.
- Assemble the tacos by spooning the potato and green chile mixture into each tortilla. Top with cilantro, and add optional toppings like avocado, sour cream, or cheese. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding cooked black beans or crumbled tofu to the filling.
- For a vegan version, omit the sour cream and cheese or use vegan substitutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 g
Keywords: Potato, Green Chile, Tacos, Vegetarian, Mexican, Roasted, Flavorful, Hearty