Irresistibly Crispy Beef Taquitos
Irresistibly Crispy Beef Taquitos are the perfect handheld treat, featuring golden corn tortillas filled with savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and melted cheese. These crunchy delights are ideal for game nights or cozy family gatherings, ensuring everyone comes back for more. Serve them hot with guacamole or salsa for a flavor-packed experience that transforms any occasion into a festive celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 (makes about 12 taquitos) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional few minutes.
- Warm tortillas slightly to soften. Place 2 tablespoons of the beef filling in each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to about 350°F (175°C). Fry taquitos seam-side down until golden brown on all sides (about three minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with guacamole or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg