Crispy Taquitos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
20 taquitos
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Calories
76 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Crispy Taquitos
Description
The Crispy Taquitos recipe combines soft, well-seasoned mashed potatoes with thin corn tortillas that are warmed to ensure pliability before rolling. Rolling the seasoned potato filling tightly in the tortillas and then air frying at 400°F crisps the outer shell to a light golden texture while maintaining a tender interior. The use of thin corn tortillas is important to prevent breakage and dryness, ensuring the taquitos hold the filling well. The various fresh toppings bring a mix of textures and flavors that complement the mild spiced potato inside. This recipe is mostly prepared on the stovetop for the potatoes and finished in an air fryer or oven. It suits laying out a flavorful variety of garnishes to personalize each taquito.
Since the mashed potatoes are seasoned simply with kosher salt, fresh black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder, these taquitos carry a balanced flavor profile that can pair with many salsas and creamy dressings. The option to include crunchy salad elements or seeds offers an additional layer of texture contrast.
Choosing the right tortillas matters: thin corn tortillas soften quickly and roll without cracking, which is key for assembling and crisping in the air fryer. Spraying the taquitos lightly with cooking spray before frying encourages even browning. The recipe’s directions include microwaving the tortillas just enough to warm and soften them without drying them out. This recipe yields a batch suitable for sharing, easy to eat by hand, and great for serving with fresh salsa or crema sauces.
Ingredients
- 2 russet potato Skin on. Washed & scrubbed, cut into large cubes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper fresh
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 20 corn tortillas see note below, thin
- cooking spray
Toppings
- lettuce shredded or cabbage
- salsa Mexicana or your preferred salsa
- chipotle crema or cilantro lime crema
- onion pickled
- radish crumbled
- cucumber
- pumpkin seeds
- cheese
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add the potatoes with enough water to cover them. Cook on medium-high for about 10 minutes or until potatoes are soft. Pierce with a fork to check the tenderness.
- Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl. Season with the salt, pepper, garlic & onion powder.
- Mash potatoes with a potato masher or with the back of a fork.
- Stack the tortillas and place inside a kitchen towel or large ziploc bag. Microwave for about 15 seconds or until the tortillas are warm and pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, take one tortilla out of the time to keep the rest warm. Add about 1/4 cup potato filling and roll the tortilla tightly. Place seam side down on an air fryer or a baking tray. Repeat process for the rest of the taquitos.
- Lightly spray each one with cooking spray.
Air Fry
- Air fry the taquitos for 7 to 9 minutes at 400 F degrees (200 C)
- Place the rolled taquitos in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space around each one. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.
Bake
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. (200 C)
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the tortillas are crispy.
Serve
- Serve warm and garnish with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use thin corn tortillas to prevent breakage when rolling and ensure a crispy texture after frying.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave wrapped in a towel or bag for about 15 seconds to make them pliable.
- Air fry in a single layer with spaces between taquitos for even crisping.
- Lightly spray cooking spray on the rolled taquitos to promote golden, crispy edges.
- Serve with a variety of fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, pickled onion, radish, and salsa for added flavor and texture contrast.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20taquitos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 76 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1taquito | |
| Calories | 76kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Sodium | 69mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 2mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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