Description
Cheesy Taco Sticks are a delicious and easy-to-make snack perfect for game day or any gathering. They combine the flavors of tacos with gooey cheese, all wrapped in a crispy shell.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of taco seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 package of flour tortillas
- 1 cup salsa
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and follow package instructions to prepare the beef mixture.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked beef with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Place a spoonful of the beef and cheese mixture onto a tortilla and roll it up tightly.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the rolled tortillas until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve with salsa for dipping.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils.
- Feel free to add other toppings like jalapeños or diced onions to the filling.
- These can also be baked in the oven for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cheesy Taco Sticks, Game Day Snack, Easy Snack Recipe