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Mr Potato Taco Recipe

Name: Taco Libre North St. Augustines Mr Potato Taco Recipe
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 kg russet potatoes (peeled and diced); 2 tbs vegetable oil; 1 cup onion (finely diced); 2 tsp garlic (minced); 1 tsp chipotle in adobo (finely chopped) or smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1.5 tsp kosher salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 2 tbs lime juice; 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 8 count small corn or flour tortillas; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or queso fresco; 2 cups green cabbage (thinly sliced); 0.25 cup pickled jalapeños (sliced); 0.5 cup sour cream or Mexican crema; 2 tsp hot sauce (optional); 0.25 cup extra cilantro leaves; 4 count lime wedges (for serving); 2 tbs butter or oil for frying

Inspired by Taco Libre North St. Augustine

Time45m

Serves4

Make Mr Potato Taco Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Potato Filling

2.2 lb (1 kg) russet potatoes (peeled and diced)

2 tbs Tuscany sunflower oil

1 cup onion (finely diced)

2 tsp Garlic (minced)

1 tsp chipotle in adobo (finely chopped) or smoked paprika

1 tsp Ground cumin

1 tsp Chili powder

1 1/2 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tbs ReaLime juice

1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Crisp Topping & Assembly

8 count small corn or flour tortillas

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or queso fresco

2 cups green cabbage (thinly sliced)

1/4 cup pickled jalapeños (sliced)

1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema

2 tsp hot sauce (optional)

1/4 cup extra cilantro leaves

4 count Lime wedges (for serving)

Optional Pan-Fry Crunch

2 tbs butter or oil for frying

Method

Potato Filling

Cook the potatoes

Place diced potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook until just tender, 8–10 minutes. Drain well and return to the hot pan for 1 minute to evaporate extra moisture.

Sauté aromatics

While potatoes cook, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5–7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant.

Combine and season

Add the drained potatoes to the skillet with the onion and garlic. Increase heat to medium-high and gently smash some potato pieces with a spatula so you have a mix of mashed and chunky texture (about 1 minute). Stir in chipotle in adobo (or smoked paprika), ground cumin, chili powder, remaining 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook and toss for 2–3 minutes so spices bloom and potatoes take on color.

Finish filling

Remove skillet from heat. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning (add up to 1/2 teaspoon more salt if desired). Keep warm while you prepare tortillas and toppings.

Crisp Topping & Assembly

Warm tortillas

Heat a separate dry skillet over medium-high heat. Warm tortillas 20–30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly blistered. Stack and wrap in a clean towel to keep warm.

Assemble tacos

Divide the potato filling evenly among the 8 tortillas (about 1/2 cup filling per taco). Top each with shredded cheese, a small handful of thinly sliced cabbage, a few pickled jalapeño slices, and a drizzle (or dollop) of sour cream or crema. Add a few cilantro leaves and a squeeze of lime. Finish with hot sauce if using.

Optional Pan-Fry Crunch

Optional crisp finish

For a crisp exterior, heat 2 tablespoons butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, place assembled tacos seam-side down and cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crispy and cheese melts slightly. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate and keep warm. This step yields crunchy, folded 'Mr Potato' tacos.

Serve

Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side. Leftover potato filling keeps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of water if dry.