Jalapeno and Cheese Taquitos
Crispy taquitos that are simple to make and quick to disappear.
When it comes to Mexican food, just because is a great reason to make it.
These crispy taquitos are filled with melted cheese and jalapeno peppers.
And they’re perfect as an appetizer, a light meal or side dish.
Crispy corn tortilla anythings are my favorite foods.
I can pass on desserts or French fries but put corn tortilla chips in front of me, and I have no will power at all.
The only thing about these taquitos is that you’ll need to make extra when serving them to guests because they’ll go quick.
Which is a good thing.
Let’s check out the ingredients.
Corn tortillas, jalapeno chili peppers, cheddar cheese sticks, and canola oil
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE
A printable recipe with the measurements and instructions is located at the bottom of this post.
Remove and discard the stem and seeds from the jalapeno…
…and slice the jalapeno into thin strips. Set aside.
Cut each stick of cheese in half and set aside.
Lay a tortilla on a microwave-safe plate and heat it for about 30 seconds, just enough for it to become soft.
Lay a stick of cheese horizontally on the tortilla about a 1/4 of the way from the edge of the tortilla that is closest to you.
Add a strip of jalapeno on each side of the cheese.
Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla in toward the cheese and jalapenos.
As tightly as possible…
…roll the tortilla to form a taquito.
Heat a medium size skillet on medium heat and add the canola oil.
Let the oil heat for a couple minutes and then add the taquitos to the pan with the fold side down.
When the bottom sides of the taquitos turn a golden color, turn them over to another side.
Continue to turn them over until all sides are a golden color.
Transfer the taquitos to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil.
Serve warm…
…with guacamole, pico de gallo,
and salsa.
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Jalapeno and Cheese Taquitos
Ingredients
- 12 corn tortillas
- 6 snack size (about .75 ounces for each stick) cheddar and mozzarella blend cheese sticks nce sticks
- 2 jalapeno peppers seeded and thinly sliced lengthwise (about 12 slices per jalapeno)
- 1/2 cup canola oil amount may vary depending on the size of the pan
Instructions
- Making the Taquitos - Cut each cheese stick in half widthwise and set aside for a moment.
- Lay a tortilla on a microwave-safe plate and heat it for about 30 seconds, just enough for it to become soft.
- Lay a stick of cheese horizontally on the tortilla about 1/4 of the way from the edge of the tortilla that is closest to you. Add a strip of jalapeno on each side of the cheese.
- Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla in toward the cheese and jalapenos. As tightly as possible, roll the tortilla to form a taquito. Repeat the process for the rest of the tortillas.
- Cooking the Taquitos - Heat a medium size skillet on medium heat and add the canola oil. Let the oil heat for a couple minutes and then add the taquitos to the pan with the fold side down.
- When the bottom sides of the taquitos turn a golden color, turn them over to another side. Continue to turn them over until all sides are a golden color.
- Transfer the taquitos to a paper towel-lined plate to drain of any excess oil. Serve warm with guacamole, pico de gallo or, and salsa.
Serving Suggestions
These taquitos taste so good when served with homemade guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa.
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