Taco Sticks with Ground Beef and Cheese Recipe
Taco Sticks with Ground Beef and Cheese are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional tacos, featuring a crispy golden-brown exterior and a savory, cheesy filling. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer, these rolled tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese are easy to make and serve with your favorite dips like salsa and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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For the Beef Filling
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
For the Taco Sticks
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend
- 2 tbsp butter or cooking oil (for frying)
For Serving and Garnish
- Sour cream (for dipping)
- Salsa (for dipping)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Diced tomatoes (for garnish)
- Lime juice (optional garnish)
- Sliced green onions (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and no longer pink, roughly 6-8 minutes. Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the beef and stir well to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Assemble the Taco Sticks: Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture along one edge of the tortilla. Top with shredded cheese, then roll the tortilla tightly from the beef-filled side to the other edge to form a snug cylinder. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Cook the Sticks: Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place each rolled tortilla seam side down in the pan to seal them. Cook, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and crispy and the cheese inside has melted thoroughly, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
- Serve Warm: Remove the cooked taco sticks onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dips like salsa and sour cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, a squeeze of lime juice, or sliced green onions as desired.
Notes
- Make sure to seal the tortilla seam side down in the pan to prevent the sticks from unrolling while cooking.
- You can substitute flour tortillas with whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas if preferred.
- For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Leftover taco sticks can be reheated in a toaster oven or skillet to maintain crispiness.
- This recipe is perfect for parties or as a kid-friendly snack.
Keywords: Taco Sticks, Ground Beef, Cheese, Taco Recipe, Mexican Snack, Crispy Tacos, Easy Appetizer
