Air Fryer Crispy Beef Taquitos
Air Fryer Crispy Beef Taquitos
These crispy beef taquitos are a delightful Mexican-inspired snack, perfect for any occasion. Made in the air fryer, they are quick, easy, and deliciously crunchy.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Season the Beef: Add garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and chili powder to the beef and stir well.
- Assemble the Taquitos: Place 2 tablespoons of beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Taquitos: Lightly spray the taquitos with olive oil spray and place them seam-side down in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving with salsa or guacamole.
Tips
- Warm the tortillas slightly before rolling to prevent cracking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Use toothpicks to secure the taquitos if they tend to unroll.
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