Pork Taquitos

Total Time

Prep: 40 min. Bake: 10 min.

Makes

1 dozen

Updated: Dec. 09, 2023
These taquitos freeze very well, so you can make a big batch and enjoy them anytime. Microwave the tortillas before filling for easier rolling. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cooked pork
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup salsa verde
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
  • Optional: Sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo and additional salsa verde

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, chili powder and cayenne; cook 1 minute longer. Add the pork, cheese, cilantro, salsa and lime juice. Cook and stir until cheese is melted.
  2. Place 2 tablespoons filling over lower third of each tortilla. Roll up tightly. Secure with toothpicks. Place taquitos on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Discard toothpicks. Serve with optional toppings as desired.

Can you freeze Pork Taquitos?

Place cooled taquitos on a waxed paper-lined 15x10x1-in. baking sheet; freeze until firm. Transfer to an airtight container; freeze for up to 3 months. To use frozen taquitos, arrange desired number in a single layer on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool and serve with optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 taquito: 155 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 118mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.