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Crispy Cheesy Beef Taquitos Recipe

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Crispy Cheesy Beef Taquitos are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal featuring seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy baked tortillas. These taquitos are perfect for parties, game days, or a satisfying dinner served with your favorite dips like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Ingredients

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Beef Filling

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup tomato sauce (or salsa)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican blend)

Assembly

  • 10–12 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Cooking spray or oil (for brushing)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (extra for topping)

Serving

  • Sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for dipping
  • Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned, about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up the meat.
  2. Add spices and garlic: Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the beef. Stir well to combine all the flavors evenly.
  3. Incorporate tomato sauce: Stir in the tomato sauce or salsa and cook the mixture for another 2 minutes until it slightly thickens, enhancing the taste and texture.
  4. Mix in cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese while the filling is still warm. This will make the filling creamy and help bind the ingredients together.
  5. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the taquitos.
  6. Warm tortillas: Warm the tortillas briefly to make them pliable, either by heating them for about 10 seconds per side in a skillet or using a microwave.
  7. Assemble taquitos: Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the beef and cheese filling onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly, securing the filling inside.
  8. Arrange on baking sheet: Place each rolled taquito seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent unrolling during baking.
  9. Oil and cheese topping: Lightly brush or spray each taquito with cooking oil to aid crisping, then sprinkle extra shredded cheese evenly over the top for a cheesy crust.
  10. Bake: Bake the taquitos in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes until the tortillas turn golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Optional broiling: For extra crispiness, broil the taquitos for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  12. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the taquitos hot with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for dipping.
  13. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro or green onions on top for a fresh and vibrant finish.

Notes

  • Use small tortillas to make rolling easier and to ensure each taquito holds an ideal amount of filling.
  • Adjust the seasoning to your taste, especially the chili powder and salt, to control the heat and flavor intensity.
  • If you prefer extra crispy taquitos, do not skip the optional broiling step at the end, but keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  • Leftover filling can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and used in tacos or quesadillas.
  • For gluten-free options, use corn tortillas but warm them gently to prevent cracking while rolling.

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