When I think of the holidays, Mamacita’s tacos are one of the first things that come to mind. Sheila Baker-Johnson (Mom) grew up in El Paso, so we spent many holidays there. These tacos are filling and so flavorful.
Mom will join us on our last Facebook Live of 2021 this Wednesday at 6:30 pm MT. It would be wonderful for you to join us! The replay will be uploaded to YouTube soon after.
If you know my Mom, then you know she will come bearing gifts for you. It would be in your best interest to join us live!
Without further ado, here are the ingredients and directions for this delicious dish:
Mamacita’s El Paso Tacos
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey, chicken, beef, or pork
- 1 1/2 cup cubed cooked potatoes (preferably red) or 1 medium baked potato
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup oil (avocado or other)
- 1 tsp natural sea salt
- 2 tsp ground black pepper (Malabar or Tellicherry)
- 2 – 3 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp GF chili powder
- 2 dozen GF corn tortillas
- shredded cheddar cheese (dairy-free) as desired
- medium head of iceberg (or other) lettuce, thinly shredded
- halved thinly sliced red tomatoes
- sliced avocado or GF guacamole
- chopped fresh cilantro
- GF fresh salsa
- diced jalapeno or other peppers
- finely chopped onions (white, yellow, or red)
Instructions
- On a medium setting, preheat 4Tbsp of the oil in a large skillet for 30 seconds. Place ground meat, onions, and spices in the skillet and scramble until the consistency of the meat changes to a medium to a fine consistency.
- When the meat is medium-well done, add potatoes and continue to cook on medium heat until meat is fully cooked (about 3 minutes). Remove from heat. You may add the above mixture to pre-made taco shells and add optional ingredients.
- Add oil, one Tbsp at a time, to a skillet or grill on a medium setting until hot. Place tortillas on the grill or skillet (depending on the size of the skillet or grill). When the tortilla(s) begin to“bubble” turn them over and let them heat for 15 seconds.
- Place one Tbsp of the meat mixture evenly on one half of the tortilla leaving the top of the tortilla ½ inch free. Flip the other half of the tortilla over and alternately flip and cook both sides until the “taco” is crispy or to your desired texture.
- Remove tacos from the heat and place them on paper towels or napkins to absorb additional oil. Fill with any/all optional ingredients.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Enjoy these meaty tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories
989.06Fat
40.45 gSat. Fat
5.47 gCarbs
95.22 gFiber
15.55 gNet carbs
79.65 gSugar
7.79 gProtein
68.35 gSodium
925.71 mgCholesterol
132.24 mgNutritional information has been AI generated. Please consult a medical professional if you have questions.
Let us know in the comments if you try this deliciousness!
It is the holiday season, and I plan to take some time off to be present with my family. I will see you in the new year with some exciting offerings, so please stay tuned. I sincerely wish you and your family all of my best this holiday!
See you soon!
Michelle
