Simple Beef Taquitos

Crispy, golden perfection meets savory, seasoned beef in these Simple Beef Taquitos—a quick and delicious Mexican-inspired dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring ground beef blended with aromatic garlic, diced onions, and a bold mix of chili powder and cumin, these taquitos are packed with flavor and stuffed with melty shredded cheese for an irresistible bite every time. Rolled in warm corn tortillas and fried to a satisfying crunch, they’re just as fun to make as they are to eat. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day appetizers, or even a party hit. Serve them with your favorite toppings—like creamy guacamole, tangy salsa, or a dollop of sour cream—and watch them disappear from the plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
• None Optional toppings (sour cream, guacamole, salsa, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes until they soften and become fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for 1 more minute.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and let the beef mixture cool slightly. Stir in the shredded cheese until it is evenly mixed.

Step 6

Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave for 20–30 seconds to make them pliable and easy to roll.

Step 7

Place 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto the lower third of a tortilla and roll it tightly. Repeat with all tortillas and filling, securing each taquito with a toothpick if necessary.

Step 8

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the taquitos in batches, seam-side down, for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the taquitos from the skillet and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 10

Serve warm with optional toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1490.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4832.6

Total Fat 369.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 421.1mg	0%
Sodium 2371.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 140.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1192.3mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2223.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.7%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 22.1%