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Beef and Cheese Taquitos

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Crispy taquitos filled with seasoned beef and gooey cheese, perfect for family meals or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp. neutral oil, plus more for brushing or frying
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped pickled jalapeños
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1 lb. ground beef (preferably 90% lean)
  • 1 Tbsp. taco seasoning
  • 3 oz. cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 oz. pepper Jack cheese, shredded
  • 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 6 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, divided
  • 20 small corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
  • Store-bought or homemade guacamole and pico de gallo, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 Tbsp. neutral oil until shimmering.
  2. Add onion, jalapeños, and 1/2 tsp. salt, cooking until the onion begins to soften—about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add tomato paste and cook until it starts to caramelize, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Fold in the ground beef, taco seasoning, and 3/4 tsp. salt, cooking until no longer pink—about 5 minutes—then let it cool slightly.
  6. In a small bowl, mix cheddar and pepper Jack cheese.
  7. In another bowl, whisk together flour and 4 Tbsp. lime juice until smooth.
  8. Wrap 5 tortillas in a damp towel and microwave until softened.
  9. Fill each tortilla with the beef filling and cheese mixture, roll tightly, and brush with the flour mixture to seal.
  10. Arrange taquitos on a sheet tray.
  11. Combine sour cream, cilantro, and remaining lime juice in a bowl; refrigerate until serving.
  12. For baking, preheat oven to 400°F, brush taquitos with oil, and bake until crisp, about 18 to 20 minutes.
  13. For frying, heat oil to 375°F and fry taquitos until crispy—about 4 to 5 minutes.

Notes

These taquitos can be frozen and reheated for easy meals later.

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