Loaded Potato Taco Bowl (Printable Version)
Crispy potatoes topped with seasoned beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and tangy crema for a satisfying Tex-Mex inspired meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Roasted Potatoes
01 - 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
05 - ½ tsp salt
06 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Taco Beef
07 - 1 lb ground beef
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil
09 - 1 small onion, finely diced
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 tbsp chili powder
12 - 1 tsp ground cumin
13 - ½ tsp dried oregano
14 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
15 - ½ tsp salt
16 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
17 - ½ cup tomato sauce
18 - ¼ cup water
→ Fresh Toppings
19 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
20 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
21 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
22 - ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
23 - ½ cup corn kernels
24 - 1 avocado, diced
25 - ¼ cup sliced green onions
26 - ¼ cup chopped cilantro
→ Zesty Lime Crema
27 - ½ cup sour cream
28 - 1 tbsp lime juice
29 - ½ tsp ground cumin
30 - Salt to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss diced potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread potatoes evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and crispy.
04 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
05 - Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
06 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
07 - Add tomato sauce and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
08 - In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, cumin, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
09 - Divide roasted potatoes among 4 bowls. Top with taco beef, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, black beans, corn, avocado, green onions, and cilantro.
10 - Drizzle with prepared lime crema and serve immediately while potatoes remain crispy.
# Expert Insights:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under an hour but tastes like you spent all day cooking
- The combination of crispy potatoes and seasoned beef hits every comfort food craving
- You can customize the toppings based on whatever is in your fridge
02 -
- Overcrowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed potatoes instead of crispy ones
- Let the beef simmer uncovered so the sauce reduces and clings to the meat
03 -
- Warming your tortilla chips on the side makes for excellent scooping
- A squeeze of fresh lime right before serving wakes up every flavor