Beef Taquitos with Zesty Guacamole

Taquitos are a traditional Mexican street food that are typically deep fried. We’ve baked ours instead for a healthy twist! They crisp beautifully in the oven while the cheesy centre melts.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Peel, then mince shallot. Cut tomatoes into 1/4 inch pieces. Zest, then juice half the line. Cut the remaining lime into wedges. Combine tomatoes, shallots, lime zest, 1 tsp lime juice, and sugar in a small bowl. Set aside

Step 2

Heat a large non-stick pan over medium high heat. When hot, add oil, then meat. Cook, breaking up the meat into smaller pieces, until no pink remains (4-5 min, 165 °F internal temp). Carefully drain and discard excess fat.

Step 3

Add enchilada spice blend. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant (1 min). Season with salt and pepper. Add tomato sauce base and 1/4 cup water to the pan with meat. Stir to combine.

Step 4

On a clean surface, arrange tortillas. Using a slotted spoon, divide meat mixture down the middle of each tortilla. Sprinkle cheese over top. Roll tortillas tightly over filling, then arrange tacquitos on a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam side down. Brush tops with 1 Tbsp oil. Bake in the middle of the oven until golden-brown (6-8 min).

Step 5

Divide Taquitos between plates. Dollop with guacamole, sour cream, and tomato salsa. Squeeze a lime wedge over top and serve.

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