Taco Pillows

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 5

Crispy and delicious Taco Pillows recipe for your lunch or dinner

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

42 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

225

Sugar

Fat

Taco Pillows are a fun twist to the classic street food - tacos. They are easy to make and require simple ingredients. The dough used in the recipe is a mixture of flour, yeast, warm water, salt, and olive oil. The filling is made of taco seasoning mix, which includes chili powder, cumin, paprika, and onion powder. These pillows are then baked in the oven, resulting in crispy and delicious bites. They can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or even a light meal. Whether you are hosting a party or craving some Mexican food, these Taco Pillows are sure to please your taste buds!

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, fast rise yeast, and salt. Mix well
2.	Gradually add warm water and olive oil into the bowl to make the dough
3.	Knead the dough for few minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic
4.	Cover the dough and keep it aside for at least 20 minutes or until it doubles in size
5.	Preheat oven to 450F
6.	After 20 minutes, divide the dough into small balls and roll them using a rolling pin
7.	Place the rolled balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
8.	Place a spoon of taco mix in the center of each rolled ball and fold the edges to make a pillow shape
9.	Brush the tops with olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they turn golden brown
10.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

With crispy outer shell and a spicy taco filling, these Taco Pillows make a great appetizer for your get-togethers and parties.

They are easy to make and gluten-free.

CONS

The filling of Taco Pillows may leak out if not sealed properly, making them messy to eat.

They can be high in calories and sodium if loaded with cheese and sour cream.
Hence, portion control is necessary.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Taco Pillows are a good source of carbohydrates and dietary fiber, providing energy and keeping your gut healthy.
The use of spices like chili powder and paprika may help boost your metabolism and immune system.
However, the high sodium content in the taco mix used may not be suitable for people on a low-sodium diet.

	2 cups flour
	2/3 - 1 cup warm water ( not hot )
	1 teaspoon sugar
	1 teaspoon fast rise yeast
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1/2 teaspoon salt