Vegan Air Fryer Taquitos

Vegan Air Fryer Taquitos
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    13

Experience the delightful crunch of these air-fried vegan taquitos, filled with a creamy, savory mashed potato mixture that will transport you back to childhood. These taquitos are a plant-based twist on a classic, delivering all the comfort without compromise. Perfect for a quick snack, a fun appetizer, or a satisfying light meal!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    23 g
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    125 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Gather all ingredients.

02

Step

Place the peeled potato in a saucepan, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender (approximately 20 minutes).

03

Step

While the potato is simmering, melt 1 teaspoon of plant-based butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent (3-5 minutes). Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Remove from heat and set aside.

04

Step

Once the potato is tender, drain it thoroughly and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Add the 1/4 cup of plant-based butter and almond milk. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Mix in the sautéed onion and garlic until well combined.

05

Step

Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or directly over the grates of a gas stove, turning frequently, until soft and pliable. This will prevent them from cracking when rolled. (1-2 minutes)

06

Step

Place approximately 3 tablespoons of the potato mixture down the center of each warmed tortilla. Fold over the sides and tightly roll up to form a taquito.

07

Step

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Arrange the taquitos in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don't touch. Lightly mist the taquitos with avocado oil cooking spray.

08

Step

Air-fry the taquitos until golden brown and crispy (6-9 minutes). Carefully flip the taquitos, mist with avocado oil again, and continue to air-fry for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until they reach your desired level of crispiness.

09

Step

Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as non-dairy sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or a drizzle of vegan queso.

For best results, use high-quality corn tortillas that are fresh and pliable.
Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; work in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.
To add a little extra flavor, consider incorporating a pinch of cumin or chili powder into the mashed potato filling.
These taquitos can also be baked in a preheated oven at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Callie Kovacek

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Nova Oreilly

    The air fryer makes these so crispy without all the oil. Love this recipe!

  • Karley Boyer

    I was skeptical about using mashed potatoes in taquitos, but these were surprisingly good!

  • Destin Doyle

    These taquitos are so easy to make and taste amazing! My kids love them, and they don't even realize they're vegan.

  • Tatum Gulgowski

    These are a fantastic vegan alternative to traditional taquitos. I highly recommend them!

  • Leslie Stark

    I've made these several times, and they always turn out perfectly crispy in the air fryer. A great weeknight meal!

  • Olin Bergstrom

    The mashed potato filling is so flavorful. I added some chopped jalapeños for a bit of heat.

  • Alfonso Hagenes

    So delicious and easy to customize with different toppings. Will definitely be making these again.

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