Loaded Taco Fries 

 

For the Fries:
3 large  potatoes, cut into cubes
1 tbsp olive oil 
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

 

For the Taco Meat:
250g lean beef mince

2 cloves garlic

1 onion

1 bell pepper
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

 

Toppings:
150g black beans
100g cucumber
2-3 diced tomatoes
1/2 red onion, diced
60g shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp light mayonnaise (or light sour cream)

1/2 tsp mustard
Fresh coriander, chopped

 

 

Preheat the oven to 220°C 

In a large bowl, toss the potato fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Spread the cubed potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and golden.

While the potatoes are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat. Gently saute the garlic, onion and bell pepper. Add the meat and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned.
Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, cooking until the meat is fully cooked and seasoned. Add the black beans to the mixture.

 

For a quick salsa: dice the tomato, onion, cucumber and toss with some oil and lemon juice. Season with salt & pepper. 

 

For some Taco Mayo: Mix the mayo with 1 tsp of paprika, 1/2 tsp mustard, salt, pepper and stir until smooth.