Crispy Keto Beef Taquitos Recipe
The Crispy Keto Beef Taquitos Recipe is crunchy, flavorful and low in carbs. These taquitos are perfect for keto-friendly snacks or quick dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 low-carb tortillas
- Cooking spray or a little olive oil for brushing
Instructions
Cook the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin and paprika. Cook until fully browned.
Season and Mix
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir well. Remove from heat and let the beef mixture cool slightly.
Add Cheese
- Mix in cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Stir until cheese melts slightly and combines with beef.
Prepare Tortillas
- Lay low-carb tortillas on a flat surface. Spoon beef mixture evenly onto each tortilla.
Roll the Taquitos
- Carefully roll each tortilla tightly around the filling. Place seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush with Oil
- Lightly brush or spray the taquitos with olive oil. This helps them become crispy in the oven.
Bake the Taquitos
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake taquitos for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
Serve Hot
- Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes. Serve with sour cream, guacamole or keto-friendly salsa.
Notes
- Use low-carb tortillas to keep it keto-friendly.
- Don’t overfill tortillas to prevent breaking.
- Brush with oil lightly for extra crispiness.
- Try different cheeses for varied flavor.
- Serve immediately for best crunch.