🌮 Cheesy Shrimp Taquitos
Crispy, golden rolled tortillas filled with shrimp and melted cheese — perfect as an appetizer, snack, or meal.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 10–12 taquitos)
- 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder or smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper
- 10–12 small flour or corn tortillas
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
- Optional: chopped cilantro, lime juice, or diced jalapeño for extra flavor
- Optional for serving: salsa, guacamole, or sour cream
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare filling
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft (2–3 minutes).
- Add chopped shrimp, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 3–4 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese.
2️⃣ Assemble taquitos
- Place 2–3 tbsp filling near one end of each tortilla.
- Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
3️⃣ Cook taquitos
Oven Method (Crispy)
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place taquitos seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
- Brush or spray lightly with olive oil.
- Bake 12–15 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.
Frying Method (Extra Crispy)
- Heat ½ inch oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry taquitos seam-side down 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Drain on paper towels.
4️⃣ Serve
- Remove toothpicks if used.
- Serve hot with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
🌿 Tips & Variations
- Add diced bell peppers or corn to the filling for extra texture.
- Spice it up with a pinch of cayenne or chopped jalapeños.
- For a lighter version, bake instead of frying.
- Make mini taquitos for parties or snacks.
If you want, I can also give you:
- Buffalo-style shrimp taquitos
- Cheesy cream cheese shrimp taquitos
- Air-fryer crispy shrimp taquitos
Which version should I provide?
