Ingredients
Creating the perfect crispy beef breakfast taquitos requires a carefully selected list of ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Ground Beef: 1 pound of lean ground beef
- Taco Seasoning: 1 packet or homemade blend
- Onion: 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Green Chilies: 1 can (4 ounces), diced
- Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup, shredded
- Corn Tortillas: 12 small tortillas
- Vegetable Oil: For frying
- Eggs: 4 large eggs
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Cilantro: Fresh, chopped (optional for garnish)
- Sour Cream: For serving (optional)
- Salsa: For serving (optional)
Instructions
Making crispy beef breakfast taquitos is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to achieve the perfect crunch and flavor:
Step 1: Prepare the Beef Filling
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned. Use a spatula to break it into crumbles.
- Add Onion and Garlic: Mix in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Season the Beef: Stir in taco seasoning and diced green chilies. Cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined.
Step 2: Prepare the Egg Mixture
- Scramble the Eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Cook the Eggs: In a non-stick pan, scramble the eggs until just set but still soft. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Assemble the Taquitos
- Warm the Tortillas: Briefly warm the corn tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet to make them pliable.
- Fill the Tortillas: Place a spoonful of the beef mixture and a spoonful of scrambled eggs on each tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Roll the Taquitos: Tightly roll up each tortilla and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
Step 4: Fry the Taquitos
- Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the Taquitos: Carefully place the taquitos seam-side down in the oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain the Taquitos: Remove the taquitos from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 25g