OVEN BAKED BEEF TAQUITOS
These Oven Baked Beef Taquitos are crispy, flavour-packed rolls filled with seasoned beef and cheese. A healthier alternative to fried taquitos, they’re perfect for snacks, dinners, or game day appetisers.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
For Assembly:
- 12 small flour or corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or olive oil
- Optional toppings: sour cream salsa, guacamole
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease.
Cook the Filling:
- In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and beef. Cook until browned. Stir in spices and tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and mix in cheese.
Assemble Taquitos:
- Warm tortillas until pliable. Spoon 2 tablespoons of beef mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly. Place seam side down on the baking sheet.
Bake:
- Lightly brush or spray taquitos with oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
Notes
Make Ahead: Assemble taquitos and freeze before baking. Bake straight from frozen, adding 5–7 extra minutes.
Spice it Up: Add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
Tortilla Tip: Use slightly warm tortillas to prevent cracking during rolling.
Dipping Sauce Ideas: Serve with salsa, queso, ranch, or avocado crema.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; reheat in the oven for crispiness.
Spice it Up: Add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
Tortilla Tip: Use slightly warm tortillas to prevent cracking during rolling.
Dipping Sauce Ideas: Serve with salsa, queso, ranch, or avocado crema.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; reheat in the oven for crispiness.