Description
A cozy comfort dish of seasoned potatoes topped with savory beef and melted cheese, perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and small diced (900 g)
- 3–4 tablespoons oil (45–60 mL)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (7 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper (1 g)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (3 g)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (3 g)
- 1 pound ground beef (450 g)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Water, as directed on taco seasoning packet
- 8 ounce bag Mexican shredded cheese (225 g)
- Optional toppings: pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Toss diced russet potatoes in a large bowl with the oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated and fragrant.
- Air fry the seasoned potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket 2-3 times for even crisping.
- Cook the Beef: Brown the crumbled ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, draining any excess grease.
- Season the Beef: Add the taco seasoning and water according to the package directions, simmer on low to meld flavors.
- Assemble the Dish: Layer crispy potatoes, top with seasoned beef, sprinkle with cheese, and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
Feel free to make this dish your own with different toppings or swaps for the meat. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg