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Crispy Potato, Egg & Cheese Taco

Crispy Potato, Egg & Cheese Taco for Quick Morning Joy

Discover the Crispy Potato, Egg & Cheese Taco, a quick and easy breakfast delight perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 tacos
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Base
  • 1/2 cup grated potato russet or Yukon gold works best
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for frying
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons grated cheese e.g., Asiago, cheddar, or mozzarella
  • 2 large eggs for protein; can substitute with scrambled tofu for a vegan option
Seasonings
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • box grater
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Wash and peel a small potato, then grate it to aim for about 1/2 cup of grated potato.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  3. Spread the grated potato into two thin piles, allowing to cook undisturbed for about 3-4 minutes until golden-brown.
  4. Sprinkle each pile with salt and 2 tablespoons of grated cheese and let it melt for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Create an indent in each cheese-topped pile and crack an egg into each one, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the eggs for about 3-4 minutes to set the whites.
  7. Carefully slide each potato-cheese-egg pile onto warmed tortillas.
  8. Serve immediately, adding favorite toppings like hot sauce or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 460mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2.2mg

Notes

For optimal crispiness, grate the potato thinly and ensure the skillet is adequately heated before cooking.

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