What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Table Food: Turkey Taquitos! Small rolled-up tortillas that are filled with seasoned meat, shredded cheese, and Mexican spices might be the best alternative to a taco or a burrito. In lieu of deep frying, crispy crunchy results can happen in the oven. The smaller size tortilla makes the turkey taquito easy to hold and handy for dipping into red or green salsa. Some foodies make a meal out of these little corn tacos, while others find them perfect as a party snack. Better make a batch for yourself before you decide.
TURKEY TAQUITOS
Ingredients:
1/2 cup salsa
3 cups turkey, precooked and shredded
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
1/2 teaspoon oregano, crushed
1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
12 corn tortillas
1/3 cup vegetable oil
Tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, and ranch dressing, for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 425°. Pour salsa into a strainer. Allow juices to drip away. In a large bowl, combine shredded turkey, cheddar cheese, taco seasoning mix, crushed oregano, cumin powder, and garlic powder. Mix well. Warm vegetable oil in an iron skillet over medium heat. Dip each tortilla into the oil and place on a plate. This makes the shell pliable. Reduce heat to low. Place 2 tablespoons filling on each tortilla. Roll tightly. Place in the iron skillet to “seal” for a few seconds. Then transfer taquito to a baking sheet, with seam facing down. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until crisp. Garnish with chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with ranch dressing. Serve warm.
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There’s nothing like a little adding a bit of spice to one’s life. Thanks Gail.
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So true. Never be afraid to try something different. 🍁🍂🌾
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“Turkey Taquitos are rare, they are homemade
since even fastfood outlets don’t sell them at least
where I live!”
_-Van Parince
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They don’t here either. I roasted a turkey, so I have plenty of leftovers to try new things. 😜🍂
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I am awaiting your cook book, your recipes are rare!
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I’m tossing it around in my mind first. lol 🤣🍂
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You have already started on you cook book!
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True. Anyone can get my recipes for free online. 😜🍂
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Business ain’t told, but $sold$ (smile). Anyway,God bless a cheerful giver!
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My pleasure. 🙏🏻🍂
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You are a great lady and you have a good heart and a lot of talent!
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“Your plenty of leftovers to try new food chain delicious creations turning them into
new recipes will make you $wealthy$”
_-Van Prince
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Eating healthy makes me wealthy (in body and mind). 🌟✨💫
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Yum!!!!
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Scrumptious, I guarantee it. 😋🍂
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These look so tasty.
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I confess, they are. 🤣🍂
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Delicious, elegant, and inviting❣
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My pleasure. 😍🍂
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I love that you cooked these in the oven!
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Thaaanks. 🍁🍂🌾
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Looks soo good! Another amazing recipe 😋
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I go crazy over Mexican food. 🍃🌮
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Taquitos are usually too oily, so I’m all for your oven baked version! 🙂
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Thank you. Baking does have that advantage over frying foods. 🙏🏻🍂
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I love these things, and they go with anything. From salsa to guac . . .
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Mouth-watering! And their presentation is on point.
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Such high praise. I am so grateful. 🙏🏻🍂
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Mexican is one flavor hard to perfect at home..or too easy to scoot across the street and eat in our case…but I will try these!
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That would be way too tempting for me. I looove Mexican food. 😍🍂
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