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Irish Tacos

Mouthwatering Irish Tacos: A Cozy Twist for Your Feast

Discover the joy of Irish Tacos, a fun twist combining mashed potatoes and corned beef, perfect for festive occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces Flour or Corn Tortillas Gluten-free option available
  • 1 pound Deli Corned Beef Substitute with roast beef or turkey if desired
For the Filling
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Cubed
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; Irish cheddar recommended
  • 2 cups Cabbage Chopped; optional swap with bell peppers
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Chopped; can use shallots as alternative
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Thousand Island Dressing Ranch dressing is a tasy alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Optional garnish; use parsley if preferred
For Frying
  • 1 cup Oil for Frying Air frying is a lighter option

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • potato masher
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Irish Tacos
  1. Wash, peel, and cube the russet potatoes. Boil in salted water for about 10 minutes until tender, then drain.
  2. Return the pot to heat, add cabbage and onions, and cook for 5 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the drained potatoes and mix with cheddar cheese until creamy and well combined.
  4. Lay tortillas flat, spread dressing on half, then top with mashed potatoes, corned beef, cabbage, and onions. Fold and seal.
  5. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and fry tacos for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer tacos to paper towels to absorb excess oil. Garnish with chopped chives and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; freeze uncooked tacos for up to 2 months.

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