Ground Beef Taquitos
Description
Crispy, golden brown, and packed with bold Mexican flavors, these Ground Beef Taquitos are an absolute crowd-pleaser! The seasoned beef filling is perfectly balanced with aromatic garlic, onion, and mild green chiles, then wrapped in corn tortillas and fried to crunchy perfection. Serve them with your favorite toppings like sour […]
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup yellow or white onion, chopped
- 3-4 tbsp green chiles, drained
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- ¾ tsp chili powder
- ¾ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 splash Mexican hot sauce (optional)
- 12 6-inch corn tortillas
- ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (optional)
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, chopped cilantro
Preparation Info
- Prep Time: 0 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Rest Time: 0 min
- Serving: 4 people
- Difficulty: Easy
- Meal Type: -
Steps
- Prepare the Beef Filling: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no pink remains. Drain excess grease and return to heat.
- Add Aromatics & Spices: Stir in the chopped onion, green chiles, and minced garlic. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Season the Mixture: Add chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and hot sauce if using. Stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a dry skillet for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable.
- Assemble the Taquitos: Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese if desired. Roll tightly.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat cooking oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat (350°F/175°C). Place taquitos seam-side down in the oil and fry for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain & Serve: Transfer taquitos to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces.
Allergens
- No allergen info available.