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Cheesy Crispy Beef Taquitos with Avocado Sauce

1 hServes 6Nutri-Score D€€
from @thesapor72 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • ground beefMeat454 g
  • yellow onion (diced)Produce1 piece
  • garlic powderSpices6 g
  • onion powderSpices6 g
  • chili powderSpices6 g
  • oreganoSpices6 g
  • cuminSpices3 g
  • corianderSpices3 g
  • paprikaSpices3 g
  • chipotle powderSpices3 g
  • beef bouillon powderPantry3 g
  • saltSpices3 g
  • black pepperSpices2 g
  • tomato pastePantry30 g
  • waterOther60 ml
  • mozzarella cheese (shredded)Dairy60 g
  • Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)Dairy60 g
  • flour tortillasBakery12 pieces
  • olive oil (for cooking the onion)Pantry30 ml
  • frying oil (for frying)Pantry500 ml
  • avocado (large)Produce1 piece
  • mayonnaisePantry30 ml
  • olive oil (for the sauce)Pantry30 ml
  • garlic (cloves)Produce4 pieces
  • cilantro (about 1/2 bunch)Produce30 g
  • lime (juiced)Produce1 piece
  • adobo seasoningSpices3 g
  • salt (for the sauce)Spices2 g
  • black pepper (for the sauce)Spices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

602kcal

Carbs
35 g
Proteins
22 g
Fat
42 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the onion and beef

    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the diced onion until translucent.
    • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
    • Drain excess grease if needed.
    Step 1

  2. Season the beef

    • Add the garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, paprika, chipotle powder, beef bouillon, salt and pepper.
    • Stir well to coat the beef.
    Step 2

  3. Add tomato paste and simmer

    • Mix in the tomato paste until well incorporated and cook for 2-3 minutes.
    • Add a splash of water, reduce the heat, cover and let simmer until saucy.
    Step 3

  4. Warm the tortillas

    • Warm the flour tortillas slightly so they become flexible.
    Step 4

  5. Fill and roll the taquitos

    • Add a few spoonfuls of the beef filling and cheese to one side of each tortilla.
    • Roll tightly into taquitos and secure with a toothpick.
    Step 5

  6. Fry the taquitos

    • Heat about 1-2 inches of oil in a skillet over medium heat to around 175 °C.
    • Place the taquitos seam-side down in the hot oil.
    • Fry until golden and crispy, turning once.
    • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
    Step 6

  7. Make the avocado sauce

    • In a blender or bowl add the avocado, garlic, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, adobo seasoning, olive oil, salt and pepper.
    • Blend until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
    • Taste and adjust the seasoning.
    Step 7

  8. Serve

    • Serve the crispy taquitos with the avocado sauce for dipping.
    Step 8
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