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Tacos de Canasta Easy

Tacos de Canasta Easy
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Experience the authentic flavors of Mexican street food with this easy Tacos de Canasta recipe. Featuring soft, oil-bathed corn tortillas filled with savory potatoes, chorizo, and refried beans, these tacos are quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and perfect for any meal or gathering.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 12 fresh corn tortillas
  • 3 medium potatoes, boiled and lightly mashed
  • 200g chorizo, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup refried beans, warmed
  • Vegetable oil, for frying and drizzling
  • Salt, to taste
  • Spices (such as cumin, black pepper), to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • Salsa verde or salsa roja
  • Finely chopped onion
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fillings: Start by boiling the potatoes until tender. Drain and lightly mash them with salt and your preferred spices. In a separate pan, cook the chorizo over medium heat until fully browned and fragrant. Warm the refried beans gently on low heat.
  2. Warm the Tortillas: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and briefly fry each tortilla just enough to make it pliable but not crunchy, preventing breakage when filling and folding the tacos.
  3. Assemble the Tacos: Lay one tortilla flat, add a generous spoonful of your preferred filling (potato, chorizo, or beans), then fold it in half. Repeat with all tortillas.
  4. Basket Preparation: Stack the tacos tightly in a basket or deep container lined with a clean cloth or aluminum foil. Drizzle with hot oil or melted butter to keep them warm and moist.
  5. Let Them Rest: Allow the tacos to rest for 15-20 minutes so the flavors meld and the tortillas absorb the warmth and oil, achieving the signature soft texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh, soft corn tortillas to prevent tearing.
  • Do not overfill tacos to ensure neat folding without bursting.
  • Use just enough oil to soften tortillas without making them greasy.
  • Let tacos rest after assembling to perfect the moist texture.
  • Serve tacos warm; reheat gently if needed to restore softness.

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Keywords: Tacos de Canasta, Mexican street food, easy tacos, chorizo tacos, potato tacos, refried beans, authentic Mexican recipe

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