Taquitos, or “little tacos” as they are affectionately referred to, can be prepared using a variety of cooking methods. Baking, pan frying and deep frying are all common preparations. While recipes vary in their cooking instructions, the chosen method is ultimately up to the discretion of the cook. Each cooking method yields a different resulting flavor, so experiment to determine which preparation you like best.
Taquitos are essentially little rolled tacos, made by tightly wrapping small corn tortillas around desired filling, then cooking them until they are crispy and golden brown. Common taquito fillings include beef, chicken and cheese, but they are highly customizable and may be filled with a variety of ingredients. Experiment with different cheeses, salsas and hot sauces to create distinctive flavors. Taquitos are typically served with salsa, sour cream and/or guacamole for dipping.
Toll tortillas as tightly as possible and hold closed with a toothpick. Heat additional oil in skillet. Deep fry taquitos until browned (about 1-5 minutes depending on how crisp you want them).
Deep Fry ‘Em Up
Deep-fried taquitos have an irresistible crispness on the outside with hot, melted insides. Deep frying turns taquitos a lovely golden brown and injects a succulent dose of flavor from the oil that cooks into the corn tortilla. To deep fry taquitos, heat oil in a deep pan or deep fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Add taquitos to oil, two to four at a time, and cook for two minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove taquitos from oil and set on paper towels to remove excess oil. Let oil heat back up before frying more taquitos.
Taquitos have a tendency to unroll while cooking. This can be prevented by using toothpicks to hold them together. Use wooden toothpicks, as plastic toothpicks will melt from the heat of the oil. For best results, use two toothpicks, piercing them all the way through the taquito near the seam. Remove toothpicks immediately after cooking.
Dry corn tortillas will crack when rolled, so they should be softened beforehand. Make dry tortillas pliable by steaming, toasting on a griddle or briefly dredging in hot oil. Make sure your filling is sticky and moist, otherwise it may fall out during frying, causing excess oil to get inside the taquito. Make sure you use enough oil to completely submerge your taquitos during cooking. When removing taquitos from oil, tip each end towards the oil to remove any excess.
How To Make Delicious Deep Fried Taquitos
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How do you deep fry taquitos?
Deep frying turns taquitos a lovely golden brown and injects a succulent dose of flavor from the oil that cooks into the corn tortilla. To deep fry taquitos, heat oil in a deep pan or deep fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Add taquitos to oil, two to four at a time, and cook for two minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
How do you fry beef taquitos?
To fry the beef taquitos, fill a deep skillet or pot with a couple of cups of frying oil. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Place three or four taquitos at a time into the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
How do you fry Taquitos in an air fryer?
Once the fried taquitos are cool enough to handle, carefully remove the toothpicks. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F. Working in batches, brush taquitos all over with olive oil and place seam side down in the air fryer basket so they aren’t touching.
Can taquitos be fried?
Plus, the taquitos can be air fried, pan fried or baked in the oven and are make ahead and freezer friendly! Corn tortillas are stuffed with juicy, spoon tender shredded beef braised with a caravan of rich, earthy, fiesta seasonings, blanketed with cheese, rolled up and cooked to golden, crispy perfection.