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Tacos de Canasta Easy

Tacos de Canasta Easy


  • Author: Claire
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 10 people (20 tacos) 1x

Description

Tacos de Canasta Easy are a must-try for anyone who loves authentic Mexican flavors. These delightful tacos feature soft corn tortillas filled with a savory mixture of potatoes and chorizo, topped off with zesty salsa verde. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, this recipe is quick to prepare and yields a generous batch that will impress your guests. The unique method of resting the tacos allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a comforting dish that’s both satisfying and delicious. Whether served as appetizers or a main course, Tacos de Canasta Easy are sure to be a hit at your table!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 20 corn tortillas
  • 3 large potatoes
  • 1 lb chorizo
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 large onion (sliced and diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 guajillo peppers (deseeded)
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. Boil the potatoes with salt until soft; drain and mash.
  2. In a frying pan, cook chorizo until browned; add mashed potatoes, onion, and garlic, mixing well.
  3. Roast onion, garlic, and guajillo peppers until browned; blend with oil and bay leaves to make salsa verde.
  4. Heat tortillas briefly, fill them with the mixture, fold, and stack them with sliced onions in between.
  5. Seal in foil and let them rest for one hour before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Experiment with different fillings like beans or grilled vegetables to suit your taste. Use fresh tortillas for the best flavor and texture.