Easy Crispy Cheesy Beef Taquitos
A delightful recipe for making crispy taquitos filled with seasoned beef and cheese, perfect for gatherings or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef use lean beef for a lighter option
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend works well
- 1 cup taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
- 12 small corn tortillas warm tortillas to avoid cracking
- 1 cup oil for frying, can use vegetable or canola
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a pan, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning until evenly coated.
- Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet to soften them.
- Place a small amount of beef mixture and cheese on each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the taquitos until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a splash of lime juice to the beef. Serve with spicy salsa for a kick!
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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