Hey there, food adventurers! Are you ready to shake up your dinner routine with a dish that’s both quick and unbelievably tasty? Then get your aprons on, because we’re diving headfirst into the wonderful world of taquitos, made easy and healthy!
Forget slaving over shredded meat, we're bringing the flavor using lean ground beef – a genius move if you ask me! This recipe is all about getting that delicious taquito experience onto your plates in record time without compromising on taste or nutrition. Think of it as a fiesta in your mouth, but without the crazy cleanup. We're talkin' about golden brown, crispy perfection, oven-baked to a light crunch.
What's the secret to perfect taquitos?
The magic lies in our homemade taco seasoning. That's right, we're not reaching for those pre-packaged mixes. Just a simple mix of cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, and pepper takes our beef from plain to sensational. It's a flavor explosion, I tell you!
The healthy twist
Now, you might be thinking taquitos aren’t exactly a health food. But with a few smart choices, we're turning this treat into a dish you can feel good about. We use lean ground beef to reduce the fat content and baking instead of frying is the way to go. Plus, you can load up your taquitos with your favorite fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and a dollop of Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, and maybe a little zingy homemade guac.
Let's get cooking
So, grab your ingredients, and let's get started! First, we'll sauté our beef with some chopped onion, adding the homemade taco seasoning to infuse every morsel with that rich flavor. While that's sizzling away, let's preheat the oven because we're baking these babies to perfection. A quick warm-up for the corn tortillas either in the microwave or a pan is essential to make them pliable for rolling. No one likes a cracked taquito!
Then it's assembly time! A spoonful of our seasoned beef, a sprinkle of Monterey Jack cheese, roll 'em up tight, and onto the baking sheet they go. A quick brush of vegetable oil and a dash of salt are our final magic touches before they head into the oven to get all golden and crispy.
Taquito time!
In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a tray of healthy, delicious taquitos ready to go. Top with your favorites like crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, a dollop of light sour cream, or that vibrant homemade guacamole. This recipe is incredibly adaptable, so feel free to make it your own!
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1/2 medium white onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3/4 cup Monterey jack cheese
- 12 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion, breaking the beef into chunks.
- Add cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Warm the tortillas.
- Place meat mixture and cheese onto each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place on a greased baking sheet.
- Brush each taquito with vegetable oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until the tops are lightly toasted and cheese is melted.
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