Beef and Cheese Crispitos
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and savory goodness of these homemade Beef and Cheese Crispitos, a Tex-Mex delight that’s perfect for dinner, appetizers, or game day snacks. Featuring a flavorful filling of seasoned ground beef, Monterey Jack cheese, and a hint of spice from jalapeños and garlic, these crisp, golden tortillas are baked to perfection for a lighter twist on traditional fried versions. Each bite is packed with bold flavors, thanks to the fragrant blend of chili powder and cumin. Ready in just 45 minutes, this oven-baked recipe is simple yet satisfying, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve these crispitos with creamy sour cream and zesty salsa on the side for dipping, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing dish that everyone will love! Perfect for anyone craving easy Tex-Mex recipes or fun finger foods that deliver on both taste and texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 unit jalapeño, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 8 units flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 0.5 cup salsa (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks.
Add the chopped onion, jalapeño, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, spreading it in a line across the center.
Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling to form a cylinder.
Brush each crispito with vegetable oil on all sides, to help them brown and crisp in the oven.
Place the crispitos on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the tortillas are golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve the crispitos warm with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.5 g | 313% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.8 g | 489% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 581 mg | 194% | |
| Sodium | 6472 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.3 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 156.7 g | 313% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2376 mg | 183% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 2499 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
