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Crispy Cheesy Beef Taquitos

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Crispy Cheesy Beef Taquitos are flavorful, crunchy, and easy-to-make snacks or meals filled with seasoned beef and melty cheese. Baked or fried until golden, they’re perfect for dipping and sharing at parties or weeknight dinners.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 taquitos
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course
  • Method: Baking or Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (or 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, salt, and pepper)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas (or small flour tortillas)
  • Oil for brushing or frying (vegetable or canola oil)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) if baking. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  3. Add garlic and onion to the skillet and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Stir in shredded cheese until well combined with the beef mixture.
  6. Warm tortillas in the microwave or skillet to make them pliable.
  7. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  8. To Bake: Brush taquitos lightly with oil and bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  9. To Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry taquitos seam-side down until golden and crisp on all sides. Drain on paper towels.
  10. Serve warm with dips like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Notes

  • Add green chilies, jalapeños, or refried beans for extra flavor and heat.
  • Use shredded beef, leftover roast, or ground turkey for variations.
  • Mix in cream cheese for a creamy filling twist.
  • For a vegetarian option, swap meat with black beans, sweet potato, or mushrooms.
  • Freeze assembled taquitos before baking or frying for future meals.

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