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Crispy beef tacos with lettuce and tomato on white plate.

Beef Taquitos

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 510 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 medium onion diced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 20 corn tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Neutral-flavored oil such as avocado oil for frying, optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft.
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  • Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
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  • Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer until the mixture thickens, then remove from heat.
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  • Warm tortillas until pliable, either in the microwave wrapped in a damp towel or in a pan.
  • Lay a tortilla flat, add a spoonful of beef mixture and sprinkle with cheese. Roll tightly and secure with a toothpick.
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  • For baking: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet. Bake until crispy, about 15-20 minutes.
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  • For deep-fat frying: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry taquitos until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
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  • For air-frying: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Cook taquitos in batches until crispy, about 7 minutes total.
  • Serve taquitos with your choice of toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 342mgFiber: 6g
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