Best 2 Baked Beef Taquitos Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a delightful culinary journey as we explore the art of creating the perfect baked beef taquitos, a crispy and flavorful treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or crave a more adventurous twist, this article will guide you through the essential steps and provide you with expert tips to achieve crispy shells, tender beef filling, and a delightful combination of flavors that will leave you craving more. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the art of folding and baking, we'll cover everything you need to know to make these mouthwatering taquitos that are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or simply a delicious weeknight meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED BEEF TAQUITOS



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A blend of hamburger, rice, red pepper and garlic in salsa-topped corn tortillas. Top with sour cream and black olives.

Provided by Fuzzi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
2 cups cooked white rice
2 tablespoons water
1 ½ tablespoons chopped red bell pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas, or more to taste
2 cups salsa
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Add cooked rice, water, bell pepper, and garlic to the beef in the skillet; stir and cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Spoon onto tortillas and roll to close. Place taquitos tightly against each other in an 8x12-inch baking pan. Pour salsa over and top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 76.1 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 761.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

BAKED BEEF TAQUITOS RECIPE



Baked Beef Taquitos Recipe image

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion (minced)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 cups salsa (divided)
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
10 whole wheat flour tortillas
1 cup shredded Mexican Blend cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cook beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through; drain excess grease.
  • Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Stir in 1 cup salsa, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Cook mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Divide beef mixture evenly between tortillas, spreading down the middle, and sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Roll up tortillas and place seam side down on a baking sheet lined with foil.
  • Spray with a light layer of nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, or until tortillas are golden brown.
  • Serve with remaining salsa, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 5293 kcal, Fat 54 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 1684 mg, Carbohydrate 997 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 179 mg

Tips:

  • To make the taquitos ahead of time, assemble and bake them as directed. Let cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, preheat oven to 350°F and bake until heated through, about 15 minutes.
  • For a crispier taquito, brush the tortillas with oil before baking.
  • To make the taquitos even more flavorful, marinate the beef in a mixture of your favorite spices and herbs before cooking.
  • Serve the taquitos with your favorite dipping sauce, such as guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
  • Garnish the taquitos with fresh cilantro or chopped tomatoes before serving.

Conclusion:

Baked beef taquitos are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these tasty treats at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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