Description
Frozen Taquitos in Air Fryer are a quick, crispy snack made in minutes. Perfectly golden and healthier than frying, they pair great with your favorite dips!
Ingredients
- Frozen Taquitos: Any brand or filling of your choice (chicken, beef, cheese, or vegetarian).
- Cooking Oil (Optional): A light spray of avocado or canola oil for extra crispiness.
- Dips and Sides: Guacamole, salsa, sour cream, queso, or fresh lime wedges for serving (optional).
Instructions
Preheat the Air Fryer
- Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3–5 minutes.
Prepare the Taquitos
- Remove the frozen taquitos from their packaging.
- Optional: Lightly spray with a neutral cooking oil like avocado or canola for extra crispiness.
Arrange in the Air Fryer
- Place the taquitos in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Ensure there’s space between them for proper air circulation.
Cook the Taquitos
- Set the timer for 8–10 minutes.
- Flip the taquitos halfway through cooking (around the 4-minute mark) for even browning.
Check for Doneness
- At the 8-minute mark, check if the taquitos are golden and crispy. If needed, cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy
- Carefully remove the taquitos from the basket.
- Let them cool for 1–2 minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite dips and sides for a complete snack or meal.
Notes
- Cook taquitos in a single layer for even crispiness.
- Flip halfway through for uniform browning.
- Oil is optional but enhances crunch.
- Check doneness at 165°F (74°C) for meat-filled taquitos.
- Serve fresh for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Category: Quick Meals
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 taquitos
- Calories: 200–250
- Sugar: 1–2 g
- Sodium: 400–600 mg
- Fat: 8–12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2–4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6–8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20–25 g
- Fiber: 1–3 g
- Protein: 6–10 g
- Cholesterol: 10–20 mg