Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion, garlic, and jalapeño in olive oil until soft. Add the diced tomatoes and cook until thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chopped shrimp, 0.25 teaspoon of kosher salt, and cilantro. Cook over medium-high heat for 1 minute, or until the shrimp just turns pink.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two large nonstick baking sheets with foil and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Working in batches, place 3 to 4 corn tortillas between two paper towels and microwave for 30 seconds until they are warm and pliable. This helps prevent cracking.
- Place a warm tortilla on a clean, dry work surface. Spread about 3 tablespoons of the shrimp filling onto the bottom third of the tortilla, then top with 1 tablespoon of shredded pepper jack cheese.
- Roll the tortilla up tightly from the bottom to surround the filling. Once rolled into a tube, place it seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, shrimp filling, and cheese.
- Lightly spray the tops of the rolled taquitos with olive oil spray and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with optional salsa verde and guacamole for dipping.
Notes
These taquitos are delicious and can be made ahead of time. They are also freezer-friendly! For best results, reheat frozen taquitos in the oven until crispy.
