Crispy Cheesy Beef & Ranch Taquitos
Crispy, cheesy taquitos filled with seasoned ground beef and ranch-seasoned cheese, rolled in flour tortillas and fried to golden perfection. A perfect blend of savory, melty, and crunchy textures.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 310kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar/Mexican blend cheese
- 10-12 small (6-inch) flour tortillas
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, breaking apart with a spoon until browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
- Season the beef: Sprinkle ranch seasoning, stir well to coat, and remove from heat.
- Add cheese: While warm, mix shredded cheese into the beef until fully melted.
- Assemble taquitos: Lay a tortilla flat, spoon 2-3 tbsp filling along one edge, roll tightly with sides folded in, and place seam-side down.
- Fry taquitos: Heat oil in a skillet, carefully place taquitos in warm oil, and fry seam-side down until golden and crispy (2-3 minutes per side).
Notes
Use a light coating of oil to prevent sticking during frying.
For extra crispiness, fry in batches without overcrowding the pan.
Prefer baked taquitos? Brush with oil and bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes per side.
For extra crispiness, fry in batches without overcrowding the pan.
Prefer baked taquitos? Brush with oil and bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes per side.