Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (454g) ground beef
  • 3-4 tablespoons (45-60ml) olive oil
  • 1 large russet potato, boiled, peel on, sliced
  • 1 heaping teaspoon (approx. 5g) garlic powder
  • 1 heaping teaspoon (approx. 3g) ground cumin
  • 1 heaping teaspoon (approx. 2g) dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons (14g) paprika (smoked paprika recommended)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • Canola oil, for frying
  • Kosher dill pickle slices, for serving
  • Finely grated cheddar cheese, for serving
  • Hot sauce, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté ground beef in olive oil until browned. Break up the beef with a spoon or spatula.
  2. Add garlic powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika to the beef. Cook for 3 minutes, ensuring the beef is fully cooked.
  3. Toss sliced potatoes into the beef mixture to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Heat canola oil in the same sauté pan. Fry tortillas until crispy and lightly golden brown on each side. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Spoon beef mixture into fried tortillas. Top with pickle slices, cheese, and hot sauce (if desired). Fold and serve immediately.