Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
– 10-12 small flour tortillas
– Vegetable oil, for frying
– Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa
Instructions
Creating Crispy Cheesy Beef Taquitos is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Season the Beef: Add garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
3. Add Cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and well combined.
4. Prepare the Tortillas: Warm the tortillas in a microwave or on a skillet for a few seconds to make them pliable.
5. Fill the Tortillas: Place a few tablespoons of the beef and cheese mixture on each tortilla. Roll tightly, securing the filling inside.
6. Heat the Oil: In a large frying pan, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
7. Fry the Taquitos: Carefully place the rolled taquitos seam side down in the hot oil. Fry until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Drain Oil: Remove the taquitos from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Repeat: Continue frying the remaining taquitos until all are cooked.
10. Serve Hot: Enjoy your crispy taquitos with your favorite dips!
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating a batch of delicious Crispy Cheesy Beef Taquitos that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10-12 taquitos
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 15g