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Crispy Potato and Pinto Bean Tacos

40 min4 servings๐Ÿณ 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: a plain tortilla$10.50450 cal ยท 13g protein

Ingredients

  • yukon gold potatoes1ยฝ lb
  • pinto beans1 can
  • corn tortillas12 count
  • ground cumin1 tsp
  • chili powder1 tsp
  • olive oil4 tbsp
  • salsa1 cup
  • shredded lettuce2 cups
  • lime1 count

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the diced potatoes in salted water 10 minutes until tender; drain.

  2. 2

    Mash the potatoes roughly with the drained pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, a squeeze of lime and salt.

  3. 3

    Warm the tortillas so they bend, spoon in some filling, and fold in half.

  4. 4

    Fry the tacos in a thin layer of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, 2-3 minutes per side until crisp.

  5. 5

    Stuff with lettuce and spoon salsa over the top. Kids often like these plain with a little salsa for dipping.

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