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Beef Taquitos

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Crispy beef taquitos filled with savory beef and cheese, perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or shredded cooked beef
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce or salsa
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • Vegetable oil (for frying) or cooking spray (for baking or air frying)
  • Guacamole
  • Sour cream
  • Salsa
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef and Sauté the Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat from the pan, if necessary.
  2. Add Seasonings: To the skillet, add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Mix in Tomato Sauce: Finally, mix in the tomato sauce or salsa and let the filling simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until well combined. Allow the filling to cool slightly before assembling the taquitos.
  4. Soften Tortillas: To soften corn tortillas, warm them in a skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute per side or microwave for 20-30 seconds.
  5. Assemble the Taquitos: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef filling onto the lower third of each tortilla. Tightly roll the tortilla around the filling and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Fry the Taquitos: For frying, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F. Fry taquitos for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  7. Bake the Taquitos: For baking, preheat oven to 425°F. Place taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Air Fry the Taquitos: For air frying, preheat air fryer to 400°F. Arrange taquitos in a single layer and air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Notes

Serve with guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for a delicious experience. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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