Name: Beef and Cheese Taquitos (Standard)
Prep time: 18 min
Cook time: 27 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Beef; 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning; 1/4 cup Water; 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 12 Corn Tortillas; 2 cups Vegetable Oil for frying; 1/2 cup Sour Cream; 1/4 cup Salsa

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Simple and satisfying beef and cheese taquitos, perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. These are easy to make with readily available ingredients and a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

Total 45 min

Serves 12

Steps 9

Ingredients 8

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Beef Filling
1 pound 450 g Ground Beef
1 tbsp 15 mL Taco Seasoning
cup 60 mL Water
Cheese
1 cup 240 g Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Wraps
12 N/A Corn Tortillas
Oil
2 cups 480 mL Vegetable Oil for frying
Toppings (Optional)
cup 120 mL Sour Cream
cup 60 mL Salsa

Equipment

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Instructions

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In a large skillet, brown the Ground Beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
Stir in the Taco Seasoning and Water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the liquid has evaporated.
Warm the Corn Tortillas slightly to make them more pliable. This can be done in a dry skillet or microwave.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the Beef Filling and 1 tablespoon of the Cheddar Cheese down the center of each tortilla.
Tightly roll up each tortilla and secure with toothpicks if needed.
Heat the Vegetable Oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the taquitos in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the taquitos from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Serve immediately with Sour Cream and Salsa, if desired.