Description
These Cheesy Beef Baked Taquitos are crispy, flavorful rolled tortillas filled with a savory mix of ground beef, spices, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. Baked to golden perfection, they make a perfect appetizer or main dish full of Tex-Mex flair and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
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Meat and Veggies
- 1 lb Ground Beef (96/4)
- 1 (250g) White Onion, finely diced
- 5 cloves (25g) Garlic, minced
Spices and Sauce
- 2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 C (120g) Enchilada Sauce
Other Ingredients
- 1/2 Tbsp (8g) Olive Oil
- 4 oz Shredded Cheese*
- 16 Extra Thin Corn Tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) and lightly spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Onions and Brown Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion around the edges of the skillet, and place the ground beef in the center. Allow the beef to brown undisturbed on one side for 4-5 minutes, then flip and continue browning for another 3-4 minutes. Mince the beef with a spatula to finish cooking evenly.
- Add Garlic and Spices: While the beef cooks, stir the minced garlic into the onions along the skillet edges. Once the beef is cooked through, add chili powder, kosher salt, oregano, cumin, black pepper, and the enchilada sauce. Stir together thoroughly and then remove the skillet from heat.
- Mix in Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheese until it melts evenly into the beef mixture. Set aside the filling to cool slightly.
- Soften Tortillas: Wrap the corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 1 minute to make them pliable and easier to roll without cracking.
- Assemble Taquitos: Spoon an even amount of the beef and cheese mixture onto each tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake to Crisp: Spray the tops of the rolled taquitos lightly with cooking spray. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, flip the taquitos halfway through baking.
- Use extra thin corn tortillas to ensure easy rolling and optimal texture.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for added flavor.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Taquito
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
