Potato Taquitos

For Game Day, sinfully good appetizers are a must. Whether it’s Carne Asada Nachos or Chorizo Cheese Dip, something delicious should be on the menu.

If you’re hosting the next Football Sunday or March Madness party, try making these tasty Potato Taquitos.

They’re very similar to Ground Beef Taquitos but without the meat. Crunchy bites of deliciousness that are hard to resist.

How to Make Potato Taquitos

• Warm up the tortillas in the microwave for 1 minute.
• Make sure they are pliable.
• Add potatoes and cheese to one side of the tortilla.

You can also place the tortillas in the oven, but be careful not to let them get hard. In that case, you’d be making homemade tostadas.

You want them to be flexible enough to roll up.

Also try these tasty Mexican appetizers: Queso Fundido with Chorizo, Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, Carne Asada Fries.

This is Monterey Jack cheese.

You can use anything that’s meltable to make Potato and Cheese Taquitos:

• Manchego
• Swiss
• Mozzarella
• Oaxaca

To make vegetarian taquitos or vegan taquitos, do not use any cheese. You can also use refried beans as a filling.

• Roll up the tortillas.
• Add toothpicks to hold the taquito together.

To prevent the tortilla from ripping, poke the toothpick right through the middle of the taquito.

Pro Tip: Also, be sure not to overstuff the taquito, or it will be difficult to close.

Are Taquitos Healthy

It depends on the filling and how they were cooked.

If the filling is low in calories and baked instead of fried, taquitos can be healthier. However, since taquitos are made with corn tortillas, they are high in carbohydrates.

• Heat the oil.
• Add the taquito to the oil and brown on each side.
• About 3 minutes on each side.

Word to the Wise: Don’t overcrowd the pan, or the taquitos won’t cook properly.

The filling is already cooked. It will only take a few minutes to brown the tortillas.

What to Serve with Taquitos

• Frijoles de la Olla
• Mexican rice
• Agua de Jamaica (Jamaica Drink)
• Salsa de Aguacate (Avocado Salsa)
• Tomate Molcajete Salsa
• Tomatillo Salsa Verde

• Lay on a paper towel to drain any excess fat.
• Once they are cooled, remove the toothpicks.

How to Bake Taquitos

• Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes.
• Turn and bake for an additional 7 minutes, or until completely heat through.

What’s the difference between flautas and taquitos?

They are the exact same thing. Different regions in Mexico call them “flautas,” and other regions call them “taquitos.”

You might also see them referred to as “tacos dorados.”

For Toppings:

• shredded iceberg lettuce
• shredded cabbage
• diced tomato
• Mexican crema
• chopped cilantro

Freezing Instructions:

• Make the recipe according to the instructions, but leave out the cheese.
• Place in a sealable freezer bag, removing as much air as possible.
• Thaw the taquitos in the fridge overnight.
• Bake at 350 for 15 minutes. Turn and bake for an additional 7 minutes, or until completely heat through.

How Long Will Taquitos Last?

• Wrap up taquitos in a paper towel to absorb any moisture. The taquitos will last up to 3 days in the fridge.
• Reheat in the oven. They will not be as crunchy if you reheat them in the microwave.
• Frozen taquitos will last up to 3 months in an airtight, sealable bag.

These Taquitos de Papa are perfect for entertaining especially since you can make them ahead of time. You can even make them months before your party.

This is such an easy and delicious Potato Taquitos Recipe. Hope your team wins! 🙂

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