Description
Crispy and flavorful beef taquitos that are easy to make and customizable for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Corn tortillas
- Oil for frying
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions
- Cook the beef: Start by heating a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat as it cooks. Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until browned and onions are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Season: Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let cool.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat until pliable.
- Assemble the taquitos: Take a warm tortilla, place about two tablespoons of beef mixture in the center. Optionally add cheese. Roll tightly, tucking in the ends.
- Heat the oil in a frying pan until hot (about 350°F/175°C).
- Fry the taquitos in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with sour cream and salsa.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double frying or using shredded chicken for a variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: beef taquitos, Mexican appetizers, quick snacks, game day food, easy recipes