Air Fryer Taquitos: How Long To Cook Them Perfectly?

Taquitos are a delicious snack, but how long do you cook them in an air fryer? It turns out that the answer depends on a few factors, including the temperature you're cooking at and whether you're using frozen taquitos or not. Most sources recommend cooking taquitos in an air fryer for 7-11 minutes, but some suggest 8-10 minutes, and one source says 6 minutes.

Cooking time and temperature

The cooking time and temperature for taquitos in an air fryer will depend on the brand and style of your air fryer, as well as the number of taquitos you are cooking. It is recommended that you monitor and check on your taquitos 2 minutes before the cooking time is up, and adjust the recipe as needed.

For frozen taquitos, place them in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer, with space between each one. You can spray them with oil to make them extra crispy and golden brown, but this is optional.

Air fry for 7-11 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165℉. You can flip the taquitos halfway through cooking and respray with oil if you like.

If you are using a 5.8qt Cosori Air Fryer, air fry your taquitos at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown. For a 5 quart Cosori air fryer, air fry for 7-8 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Oil

Air fryers vary, so the first time you make taquitos in the air fryer, monitor and check on them 2 minutes before the cooking time is up. You shouldn't need to use oil in this recipe, but if you want your taquitos extra golden brown and crispy, spray them generously with oil before cooking.

Place the frozen taquitos in a single layer in the basket of the air fryer, leaving space between each one. Air fry for 7-11 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165°F. If you're using a 5-quart Cosori air fryer, they should take 7-8 minutes. If you're adding 2-3 taquitos to the air fryer, they'll cook in about 6 minutes. If you're using a PowerXL Vortex Air Fryer, they should be done in 9 minutes. If you're cooking at 400°F, 8 minutes should be enough. At 380°F, they'll take 8-10 minutes.

You can flip the taquitos halfway through cooking and respray with oil if you like. Remove the taquitos from the air fryer using tongs and let them cool for a few minutes before serving with your favourite toppings.

Internal temperature

The internal temperature of taquitos cooked in an air fryer should be 165℉. To achieve this, cook the taquitos for 7-11 minutes at 380-400 degrees Fahrenheit. The exact cooking time will depend on the brand and style of your air fryer, so you may need to adjust the temperature and cooking time accordingly. It is recommended to check on the taquitos 2 minutes before the cooking time is up and adjust the recipe as needed. You can also flip the taquitos halfway through cooking and respray them with oil for extra crispiness.

Crispy corn tortilla taquitos

Air fry the taquitos for 7-11 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165°F. This will depend on your air fryer, so it's a good idea to check on them regularly and adjust the cooking time as needed. Some recipes suggest cooking them for 8-10 minutes, or even as little as 6 minutes for 2-3 taquitos. If you're using a 5-quart Cosori Air Fryer, 7-8 minutes at 400°F should do the trick.

You can flip the taquitos halfway through cooking and respray with oil if you like. Once they're golden brown and crispy, carefully remove them from the air fryer using tongs and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your taquitos as they are or pile on the toppings, such as shredded lettuce, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Toppings

Taquitos can be cooked in an air fryer for 7-11 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165℉. You can cook them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 8 minutes, shaking them halfway through, or at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes.

Once cooked, you can add your favourite toppings. Some popular toppings include shredded lettuce, shredded Mexican blend cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheddar cheese. You could also add any good melting cheese, such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella. If you want to add a bit of spice, try adding some chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. For a fresh twist, add some chopped tomatoes, onions, or cilantro.

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