Description
Crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy on the inside — these Bean & Cheese Taquitos are a quick and satisfying meal or snack! Filled with seasoned refried beans, two cheeses, and a punch of flavor, they’re even better when paired with a zesty Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce. Great for weeknights, parties, or game day!
Ingredients
For the Taquitos:
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1 (16 oz) can refried beans
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½ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (about 2 oz)
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1 tsp ground cumin
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2 tsp chili powder
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12 small corn or flour tortillas
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 4 oz)
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Neutral oil (vegetable, avocado, or canola), for frying
For the Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce:
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1 (4 oz) can green chiles, drained
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½ cup sour cream
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¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Make the Filling:
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In a bowl, combine refried beans, pepper Jack, chili powder, and cumin. Mix until smooth.
Assemble the Taquitos:
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Warm tortillas slightly to prevent cracking.
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Spread 2 tablespoons of the bean mixture down the center of each tortilla.
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Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and roll up tightly.
Fry the Taquitos:
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In a skillet, heat ½ inch of neutral oil over medium heat.
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Fry taquitos in batches, seam side down first, for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden and crispy.
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Drain on paper towels.
Make the Sauce:
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In a blender or food processor, combine green chiles, sour cream, cilantro, garlic, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:
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Serve taquitos hot with green chile sour cream sauce on the side or drizzled over top.
Notes
Baking option: Brush taquitos with oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, turning once, for a lighter version.
Tortilla tip: Corn tortillas are more traditional, but flour tortillas are easier to roll and crisp beautifully.
Make ahead: Assemble taquitos and freeze before frying; cook from frozen for an easy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Frying (or Baking)
- Cuisine: Mexican / Tex-Mex
Keywords: taquitos, bean and cheese taquitos, vegetarian taquitos, crispy taquitos, green chile sauce