Tacoritos

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 4
Enjoy the Fusion Flavors with Delicious Tacoritos
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 -3 cups texas red enchilada sauce
1 cup tomatoes , diced
1 can diced green chilies
1/4 cup onion , minced
1 lb pork sausage
1 lb ground chuck
1/4 cup onion , chopped
1 can green enchilada sauce
1 cup refried beans
8 -12 flour tortillas
1 lb cheddar cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-12
Calories
550
Sugar
3g
Fat
35g
If you love Mexican food, you'll love Tacoritos - a delicious combination of flavors and textures. The dish is made by filling tortillas with a mixture of ground beef, pork sausage, and vegetables, along with cheese and enchilada sauce. It's a great way to use up leftovers from other Mexican dishes, or you can make the dish from scratch. The result is a tasty, comforting meal that is perfect for a family dinner or for sharing with friends. Serve with your favorite sides, such as guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a large skillet, cook pork sausage and ground chuck over medium heat until browned and crumbled.
3.Add chopped onions, green chilies, and diced tomatoes and cook until onions are translucent.
4.Stir in the Texas Red Enchilada Sauce, and simmer until heated through.
5.In a small bowl, mix together green enchilada sauce and refried beans.
6.Spread bean mixture onto each flour tortilla. Add meat mixture to each tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
7.Roll tortillas up and place seam-side down in a 13x9-inch baking dish.
8.Pour remaining enchilada sauce over tortillas, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
9.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Tacoritos are a delicious combination of two of the most beloved Mexican foods: tacos and burritos.

They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking with your favorite ingredients.

The dish is also a great way to use up leftover meats and vegetables.

CONS

The dish is high in calories and fat, due to its heavy use of cheese and meat.

It may not be the best option for those watching their weight or on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tacoritos can be a good source of protein, depending on the meat used.
The tomatoes and green chilies in the recipe also offer vitamins and antioxidants.
To make the dish healthier, consider using low-fat cheese or replacing some of the meat with vegetables.

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