Mexi Taco Hash Browns
Elevate your next taco night with these irresistibly bold and crispy Mexi Taco Hash Browns! This fusion dish brings together golden, perfectly seasoned hash brown patties and flavorful taco-spiced ground beef or turkey, layered with melted cheddar cheese for a comforting, cheesy bite in every forkful. Garnished with fresh diced tomatoes, zesty green onions, creamy sour cream, and optional jalapeños for a spicy kick, this dish is as vibrant as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes and customizable to your heat preference, it’s the ultimate skillet recipe that’s perfect for brunch, dinner, or a fun party appetizer. Ideal for taco lovers and potato enthusiasts alike, these loaded hash browns are the perfect blend of crispy, savory, and satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded hash browns (store-bought or freshly shredded potatoes)
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.33 cup chopped green onions
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Spread the shredded hash browns evenly across the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Cook the hash browns for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and brown the ground beef (or turkey) over medium heat, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Step 5
Once the meat is cooked through, drain any excess grease, then stir in the taco seasoning and water. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside.
Step 6
In a clean skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Divide the cooked hash browns into four equal portions and flatten each into a round patty. Crisp up for 1-2 minutes on each side if needed.
Step 7
Top each hash brown patty with a portion of the seasoned taco meat, followed by shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 8
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
Step 9
Carefully transfer the hash browns to serving plates and garnish with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced jalapeños if desired.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mexi Taco Hash Browns!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1861.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3106.4 |
| Total Fat 213.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 499.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7811.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 195.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.8g | |
| Protein 120.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1261.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4288.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories