Taquitos
Taquitos are a delicious Mexican dish consisting of rolled-up tortillas filled with various ingredients and then fried until crispy. They make for a perfect appetizer, snack, or even a main course. Here's how to make them at home!
Ingredients
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cheese, onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the taquitos until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with black beans or sautéed vegetables.
Cost
$10