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Ground Beef Taquitos

Ground Beef Taquitos Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 490

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, for brushing

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Drain most of the fat, leaving a tablespoon in the pan.
  2. Add the onion and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes, then stir in the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute. Off the heat, mix in the cheese just until melted.
  3. Wrap the tortillas in a damp towel and microwave for 30 to 45 seconds, until hot and pliable. Keep covered.
  4. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling just off center on each tortilla. Roll tightly and arrange seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Brush the tops and sides with the oil. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes at 400°F (200°C), flipping once halfway through, until golden and crisp.
  6. Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve immediately with salsa and sour cream.

Notes

These taquitos are crispiest right out of the oven. You can make the filling up to a day ahead and chill it. When you are ready, warm the tortillas, roll, and bake as directed.