Pork Taquitos
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 40 min. Bake: 10 min.
YIELD: 1 dozen.
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
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon canola oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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2 cups shredded cooked pork
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1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
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1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
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1/4 cup salsa verde
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
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Optional: Sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo and additional salsa verde
Directions
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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.
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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.
Nutrition Facts
1 taquito: 155 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 118mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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