Description
These Vegan Taquitos are a quick, nourishing, and universally loved meal perfect for busy weeknights. They feature a wholesome plant-based filling wrapped in a golden, crispy tortilla, making for a satisfying and easy comfort food option that's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
15 oz Black Beans (canned, rinsed, drained)
1 cup Frozen Cor
4 oz Vegan Cream Cheese
1 tsp Chili Powder
0.5 tsp Cumi
0.5 tsp Garlic Powder
0.5 tsp Salt
0.25 tsp Pepper
12–15 small Corn or Flour Tortillas
2 tbsp Olive Oil (for brushing/frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the rinsed black beans, corn, vegan cream cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash everything together with a fork or potato masher until well combined but still a little chunky
- Warm Tortillas: Lightly warm your tortillas in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or on a dry skillet. This makes them pliable and prevents cracking when rolling
- Fill and Roll: Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the bean mixture onto one side of a warmed tortilla. Roll it up tightly. Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet
- Bake or Fry: For baking, lightly brush the rolled taquitos with olive oil. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy. For frying, heat about 0.5 inch of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the taquitos seam-side down in the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain excess oil on paper towels
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings
Notes
Always warm your tortillas to prevent cracking when rolling.
Do not overfill; 1-2 tablespoons of filling is ideal for tight rolls and even cooking.
For extra crispiness when baking, place taquitos on a wire rack on top of your baking sheet.
If frying, use tongs to flip carefully for even browning.
Store leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes for best results.
You can freeze unbaked taquitos in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to cooking time.
Air frying is a great method: Place in a single layer in air fryer basket, spray lightly with oil, and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 taquitos
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan, taquitos, plant-based, crispy, easy, weeknight dinner