Potato Taquitos Recipe
Cheesy Potato Taquitos are crispy, golden tortilla rolls filled with a flavorful mashed potato and cheese mixture. The potatoes are seasoned and pan-fried for extra texture before being wrapped in warm tortillas and baked until crunchy. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or easy weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large pan
- Baking sheet
- Knife and cutting board
- Mixing spoon
- Microwave or stovetop for warming tortillas
Ingredients
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 5 cup diced potatoes
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- cooking spray
- ¾ cup grated cheese
Instructions
- Peel and dice potatoes, then place them in a large pot with cold water.
- Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil, then add the cooked potatoes along with all the seasonings.
- Stir well and cook for 10 minutes until slightly crispy.
- Add the cheese and mix until melted.
- If needed, warm the tortillas in the microwave or on the stovetop to make them pliable.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture onto each tortilla, then roll them up tightly.
- Arrange the taquitos seam-side down on a large baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping once, until crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy.
Notes
- Lightly brush the taquitos with oil before baking.
- Swap cheddar for pepper jack or a cheese blend for a spicier kick.
- Add cooked bacon bits or sautéed onions for more flavor.