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Cheesy Beef Baked Taquitos Recipe

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This Cheesy Beef Baked Taquitos recipe combines savory ground beef with melted cheese wrapped in crispy corn tortillas, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or main dish, these taquitos are easy to prepare and bursting with Tex-Mex spices like chili powder, cumin, and oregano.

Ingredients

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Beef Filling

  • 1 lb Ground Beef (96/4)
  • 1 (250g) White Onion, finely diced
  • 5 cloves (25g) Garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 C (120g) Enchilada Sauce
  • 1/2 Tbsp (8g) Olive Oil
  • 4 oz Shredded Cheese*

Tortillas

  • 16 Extra Thin Corn Tortillas

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) and lightly spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Onions and Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion around the edges of the skillet, and place the ground beef in the center. Allow the beef to brown undisturbed on one side for 4-5 minutes, then flip and continue browning for another 3-4 minutes. Mince the beef with a spatula to finish cooking evenly.
  3. Add Garlic and Spices: While the beef cooks, stir the minced garlic into the onions along the skillet edges. Once the beef is cooked through, add chili powder, kosher salt, oregano, cumin, black pepper, and the enchilada sauce. Stir together thoroughly and then remove the skillet from heat.
  4. Melt Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheese until it melts evenly into the beef mixture. Set aside the filling to cool slightly.
  5. Prepare Tortillas: Wrap the corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 1 minute to make them pliable and easier to roll without cracking.
  6. Assemble Taquitos: Spoon an even amount of the beef and cheese mixture onto each tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake Taquitos: Spray the tops of the rolled taquitos lightly with cooking spray. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, flip the taquitos halfway through baking.
  • Use extra thin corn tortillas to ensure easy rolling and optimal texture.
  • Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for added flavor.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer.

Keywords: Cheesy Beef Taquitos, Baked Taquitos, Ground Beef Recipe, Mexican Appetizer, Easy Taquitos, Oven Baked Taquitos

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