Ingredients
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1 quart vegetable oil, divided, for frying
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1 onion, chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 pound ground beef
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1 packet taco seasoning
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10 flour tortillas
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1/4 cup salsa con queso, divided, or to taste (optional)
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2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
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toothpicks
Directions
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Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil to a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Add beef and taco seasoning and cook until beef is brown and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Drain extra liquid from skillet.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over low heat.
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Meanwhile, spread a teaspoon of queso sauce onto a tortilla as "glue". Add 1/4 cup browned beef in the center and top with 2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up tortilla and secure roll with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
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Carefully place rolled up tortillas into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Transfer to a wire rack with a slotted spoon. Serve with salsa con questo and enjoy!
Roscoe Hall
Nutritional Information
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.
