Description
Crispy and flavorful Bean & Cheese Taquitos fried to golden perfection and served with a zesty green chile sour cream dipping sauce. This Mexican-inspired recipe combines creamy refried beans, spicy pepper jack cheese, and melty cheddar wrapped in warm tortillas for a delicious snack or meal.
Ingredients
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Taquitos
- 1 (16-oz.) can refried beans
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (about 2 oz.)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 4 oz.)
- Neutral oil, for frying (about 1/2″ depth in skillet)
Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce
- 1 (4-oz.) can green chiles, drained
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Bean Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the refried beans, shredded pepper jack cheese, chili powder, and ground cumin. Mix well to evenly blend all the flavors.
- Warm Tortillas: Arrange the tortillas on a heatproof plate and cover them with a damp paper towel. Microwave for about 15 seconds until warm and pliable, which will prevent tearing when rolling.
- Assemble Taquitos: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the bean mixture into the center of each warmed tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly around the fillings to secure them inside.
- Heat Oil: Pour neutral oil into a large, high-sided skillet to a depth of about 1/2 inch. Heat over medium heat until the oil shimmers and reaches approximately 350°F, verified with an instant-read thermometer.
- Fry Taquitos: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, place the rolled tortillas seam-side down into the hot oil. Fry corn tortillas for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and crispy; flour tortillas may require 4 to 5 minutes. Flip carefully and fry the other side for 1 to 2 minutes more until evenly golden. Use tongs to transfer the cooked taquitos onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Adjust heat as needed while frying.
- Make Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the drained green chiles, sour cream, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and fresh lime juice. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
- Serve: Serve the taquitos warm alongside the green chile sour cream sauce for dipping. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.
- Make Ahead: The green chile sour cream sauce can be prepared up to one day in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
- Use either corn or flour tortillas based on preference; corn tortillas will fry faster while flour tortillas take a bit longer.
- Ensure oil reaches the correct temperature of 350°F for optimal crispiness without absorbing excess oil.
- Warm tortillas properly to avoid cracking when rolling.
- Leftover sour cream sauce can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños to the bean mixture or use hot pepper jack cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: bean taquitos, cheese taquitos, fried taquitos, Mexican snack, green chile sour cream, spicy bean snacks
