Some researchers have made the claim that tacos date from early Indian civilization when stews were eaten
rolled in tortillas. They are now enjoyed everywhere in Mexico, at any time of the day and with almost
any filling imaginable.Once you try this taquitos recipe, you will never want to pop a frozen ready-made tacos from your freezer any more!
Small Tacos with Pork or Chicken (Taquitos de Puerco o Pollo) - Easy Mexican Recipe For Mexican Starter Dish Course
- 500g boneless pork or chicken (cut into cubes)
- 1 clove garlic (peeled)
- 3 black peppercorns
- 4 cups water
- 3 tbsp coriander leaves (chopped)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 20 corn tortillas
- salt to taste
- enough oil for frying
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How to make Small Tacos with Pork or Chicken (Taquitos de Puerco o Pollo):
- In a saucepan, place the pork, peppercorns, galic and 1 tsp salt
- Add water and bring to a boil
- Lower the heat so that the mixture simmers and cook, covered for 35 mins or till meat is tender
- Let cool, shred meat
- Mix coriander leaves with onions and season with salt
- Add meat to mixture
- Place a spoonful of meat mixture in center of each tortilla and roll up, secure with 2 toothpicks
- Slice each in half
- Heat oil, add taquitos and fry till golden brown
- Remove toothpicks and serve with guacomole dip
For a more healthier version, bake the taquitos in a 350 degree oven till golden brown.
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