Rolled Taquitos fresh Salsa and Guacamole

Here’s a full meal setup for Rolled Taquitos with Fresh Salsa and Guacamole — crisp, golden taquitos filled with your choice of meat or beans, served with zesty salsa and creamy guac. Everything’s made from scratch, but it’s simple and totally worth it.

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🌮 Rolled Taquitos (Baked or Fried)

🧂 Ingredients (Makes 12–16 taquitos):

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken, ground beef, or beans (pinto or black beans mashed slightly)

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack)

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp chili powder

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 12–16 small corn tortillas

• Oil (for frying or brushing if baking)

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep Filling:

   • Mix meat or beans with cheese and seasonings in a bowl.

2. Soften Tortillas:

   • Warm tortillas in a damp towel in the microwave for ~30 seconds, or briefly on a skillet, so they roll without cracking.

3. Roll:

   • Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla and roll tightly. Secure with a toothpick if needed.

4. Cook:

   • To Fry: Heat oil in a skillet (~350°F) and fry each taquito seam side down, turning until golden brown (~2–3 minutes per side).

   • To Bake: Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet, brush tops with oil, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes until crispy.

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🍅 Fresh Salsa (Pico de Gallo Style)

Ingredients:

• 3 medium ripe tomatoes, diced

• ½ red onion, finely chopped

• 1–2 jalapeños or serranos, minced (remove seeds for less heat)

• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

• Juice of 1 lime

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.

2. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes for the flavors to meld.

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🥑 Simple Guacamole

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados

• 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)

• ¼ small red onion, finely minced

• Juice of 1 lime

• Salt to taste

• Optional: a spoonful of the salsa above for extra flavor

Instructions:

1. Mash avocados with a fork until mostly smooth (or leave a little chunky).

2. Stir in lime juice, salt, onion, and garlic.

3. Serve immediately, or press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning.

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📝 Tips:

• Serve taquitos with sour cream or Mexican crema alongside the salsa and guac.

• Add shredded lettuce, queso fresco, or hot sauce for extra flair.

• For a vegetarian version, use beans and cheese only.

Would you like a make-ahead/freezer method or a sauce like crema verde or chipotle mayo to go with them?