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Loaded Potato Taco Bowl

Loaded Potato Taco Bowl

This Loaded Potato Taco Bowl features crispy roasted potatoes topped with spiced beef, guacamole, salsa, and cheese, making it a fun and budget-friendly taco night alternative.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Air fryer
  • Frying pan
  • Baking tray
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

POTATOES

  • 700 g potatoes, diced into 2 cm cubes Approximately 2 medium potatoes per person
  • 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • 0.25 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

BEEF

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 pc red onion, finely chopped
  • 500 g minced beef regular or lean
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • 0.25 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste concentrated puree
  • 0.25 cup water (60 ml)

GUACAMOLE

  • 2 pcs avocados, mashed with a fork
  • 0.25 bunch coriander (cilantro), finely chopped
  • 0.25 pc red onion, finely diced
  • 1 pc lime, juiced
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • 0.25 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

SALSA

  • 2 pcs tomatoes, finely diced
  • 0.25 bunch coriander (cilantro), finely chopped
  • 0.25 pc red onion, finely diced
  • 1 pc lime, juiced
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • 0.25 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

TO SERVE

  • 2 cups grated Mexican cheese blend
  • lime wedges optional

Instructions
 

Bake the Potatoes

  • Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) for at least 20 minutes.
  • To a large baking tray lined with baking paper, add the potatoes, oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 40–45 minutes or until crisp and golden, turning once halfway through.
  • Alternatively, preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and air fry the potatoes for 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway through.

Cook the Beef

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium–high heat.
  • Add the onion and cook for 1–2 minutes until slightly softened.
  • Add the minced beef and cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking it up as you go.
  • Add the spices and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute until well combined.
  • Add the water and simmer for 3–4 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Prepare the Guacamole

  • Place the guacamole ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Prepare the Salsa

  • Place the salsa ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Assemble and Serve

  • Divide the potatoes among four bowls. Top with beef mixture, cheese, guacamole, and salsa. Serve with lime wedges, if desired.

Notes

For extra melty cheese, consider using a blend that melts well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
Keyword budget-friendly, easy dinner, Loaded Potato Taco Bowl, potato bowl, taco night
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