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    Emily Fabulous » Recipes » Recipes

    Air Fryer Taquitos

    Published: Apr 3, 2020 · Modified: Feb 28, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 26 Comments

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    These Air Fryer Taquitos are quick, easy, and delicious! Everyone in your family will love these and the possibilities of what to put inside and on top are endless!

    air fried taquitos with garnishes.

    This easy Air Fryer Taquitos recipe will become a favorite in your house for a quick and healthy meal that everyone will love. You can fill these Air Fryer Taquitos with any filling you choose and top them with your favorite salsa or dip!

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    • Why I Love This Recipe
    • What fillings can I put in air fryer taquitos?
    • How to keep your taquitos rolled up while they are frying
    • Which Air Fryer I Use
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Air Fryer Taquitos

    Why I Love This Recipe

    I love this Air Fryer Taquito recipe because it's convenient, healthier than the fried version, and versatile to all tastes. This recipe can be made in about 30 minutes from start to finish if you have pre-cooked meat.

    I also love that this recipe has easy cleanup and is kid-friendly. It's also very versatile making it suitable for snacks, appetizers, or even a main course.

    What fillings can I put in air fryer taquitos?

    That's what's great about taquitos, you can fill them with so many different options! The filling is cooked ahead of time so taquitos are also great for leftovers. Here are a few ideas:

    • ground beef with taco seasoning (as shown)
    • Mexican shredded beef
    • Instant Pot Kalua Pork
    • Instant Pot Crispy Pork Carnitas
    • beans and cheese
    • shredded chicken
    • fish or shrimp
    taquitos on a plate with salsa, avocado, sour cream and tomatoes.

    How to keep your taquitos rolled up while they are frying

    Taquitos can be tricky to roll and keep rolled while air frying, frying, or baking. For the corn tortillas to cooperate, they need to be warm and moist. My secret is wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving them for 20-30 seconds. This will make them nice a pliable to roll them.

    The other thing I do to ensure my taquitos stay rolled...toothpicks! Toothpicks work for any method and not only ensure the taquito stays rolled, but they also help keep in all the goodies inside. Don't forget to take them out before serving!

    Which Air Fryer I Use

    There are so many different types of air fryers out there now, and each one is slightly different. There are countertop air fryers, air fryer ovens, and air fryer attachments to name a few. They even make full-size ovens that act as air fryers now!!

    I use a COSORI Air Fryer (shown below) and I love it! The only downside is it takes up some counter space so make sure you have room for it. If you want a smaller option, check out the COSORI Small Air Fryer.

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    Recipe FAQs

    What if I don't have an air fryer?

    If you don't have an air fryer or don't want to drag it out of the cupboard (come on, we've all been there), you can also bake these in the oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes on each side or fry them in some oil. Frying is less healthy but delicious.

    Can I freeze air fryer taquitos?

    Yes! You can make these ahead of time and freeze them for a quick snack or meal. Just put them in a sealable bag or container once cooled and they will be good for a few months.

    Can I cook frozen taquitos in the air fryer?

    You can put frozen taquitos right into your air fryer! Just cook for about double the time and check to make sure the inside has fully warmed through.

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    taquitos with garnishes

    Air Fryer Taquitos

    Quick and Easy Air Fryer Taquitos you can fill with anything and everyone will love!
    5 from 13 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 18 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 taquitos
    Calories: 176kcal
    Author: Emily
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    Equipment

    • Air Fryer
    • toothpicks
    • aluminum foil

    Ingredients

    • 10-12 corn tortillas
    • 12-16 ounces cooked ground beef, chicken or meat of choice (taco seasoning optional)
    • 1 cup shredded cheese
    • non-stick spray
    • salsa, sour cream, green onion, black olives (for dipping and garnish)

    Instructions

    • Cook ground beef (or meat of choice) first. This is also a great recipe for leftover meat. I like to cook the ground beef with taco seasoning for more flavor. Once your meat is fully cooked or re-heated, remove it from the heat and set it aside. While your meat is cooking or heating, shred your cheese or have it ready for taquito assembly.
    • Wrap the corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and cook in the microwave for about 30-45 seconds to warm up for rolling. Keep them wrapped in a paper towel until you are ready to roll the tortilla.
    • Place one tortilla on your work surface, sprinkle with cheese and meat, and roll up from end to end. Place a toothpick on either end of the rolled taquito in order to keep the meat and cheese inside and to keep the taquito from rolling open while cooking. Assemble as many taquitos as your air fryer will hold. Mine only holds 4 at a time so I roll 4 and leave the rest of the tortillas in the paper towel until I'm ready to assemble more.
    • Spray the basket of your air fryer with non-stick spray. Place the rolled taquitos in the basket making sure there is a little room between each one and spray again with non-stick spray. Cook at 375°F for 4 minutes.
    • Carefully remove the toothpicks, flip, spray, and cook for an additional 4 minutes. While your taquitos are air frying, you can assemble more for the next batch!
    • Once the taquitos are done, remove them from the basket and continue cooking the rest (don't forget to remove the toothpicks!). Serve with salsa, sour cream, green onions, black olives, or whatever dip and garnish you love. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • You can make these ahead of time and freeze them for a quick snack or meal. Just put them in a sealable bag or container once cooled and they will be good for a few months.
    • You can put frozen taquitos right into your air fryer! Just cook for about double the time and check to make sure the inside has fully warmed through.
    • Nutrition estimates are for 1 taquito with 85% lean ground beef, cheese, and a corn tortilla only. 
    • Always read the instruction manual that came with your Air Fryer and follow all safety guidelines.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1taquito | Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 13.6g | Fat: 8.7g | Saturated Fat: 3.8g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 206mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 0.2g | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 1mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Margaret Carmen says

      March 18, 2021 at 6:17 pm

      Great technique! I love the idea of filling these taquitos with leftovers. Will definitely give this a try. And thanks for the video on rolling. Super helpful!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        March 18, 2021 at 6:40 pm

        Thank you, Margaret! It's always nice to see someone else do something and then give it a go. Enjoy the taquitos!

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