Ham Taquitos
Experience the delightful crunch and savory flavor of these crispy ham taquitos. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, these taquitos bring a taste of Mexico's beloved street food to your table. Easy and quick to make, you'll have a crowd-pleaser in no time.
Ingredients
🌽 8-10 corn tortillas, round yellow
🥓 8-10 slices of thinly sliced deli ham
🛢️ 2-3 cups cooking oil for deep frying
🪢 Toothpicks, quantity as needed for securing taquitos
Instructions
1- Prepare the Tortillas:
Place the corn tortillas inside a Ziploc bag.
Microwave them for 30 seconds to make them pliable and prevent cracking.
2- Assemble the Taquitos:
On a wooden cutting board, lay one warm tortilla flat.
Place a slice of ham on top.
Roll the tortilla tightly around the ham to form a taquito.
Secure the taquito with a toothpick.
Repeat with remaining tortillas and ham slices.
3- Heat the Oil:
In a cast iron skillet, add the cooking oil.
Heat it over medium-high heat.
Check readiness with a small piece of tortilla; it should start to bubble.
4- Fry the Taquitos:
Carefully place the taquitos into the hot oil.
Use a metal lid to cover the skillet and prevent oil splashes.
Fry until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Use metal tongs to turn as needed.
5- Drain Excess Oil:
Remove the fried taquitos from the skillet.
Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
6- Serving:
- Remove the toothpicks before serving your taquitos.
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 5 minutes
Total Time: 15-20 minutes
Servings: 4-5 (2 taquitos per person)
Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal
Proteins: 8-10g
Fats: 12-15g
Carbohydrates: 18-22g
Equipment:
Microwave Oven, Samsung
Ziploc Bag, Ziploc
Cast Iron Skillet
Pan Lid
Metal Tongs
Wooden Cutting Board
Paper Towels
Cooking Tips
Always warm the tortillas before rolling to prevent breakage.
Ensure oil is properly heated for crispiness.
For a healthier option, consider air frying, though deep frying provides the best texture.
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