If you're looking for a crispy, flavor-packed snack or easy dinner, these Air Fryer Pulled Pork Taquitos are just the thing. With tender pulled pork, gooey cheese, and a touch of salsa verde wrapped in golden tortillas, they make the perfect game day appetizer or weeknight meal.
This recipe is inspired by my love of Mexican flavors and how the air fryer makes everything so much simpler. If you've enjoyed my Air Fryer Venison Steak Bites, you'll love how this recipe uses the same quick-cooking method for a perfectly crisp outside every time.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Quick cooking: the air fryer gets the taquitos golden and crisp in just minutes.
Flavor packed: pulled pork salsa verde, and spices give each bite a bold kick.
Family favorite: easy to make, serve, and eat. Perfect for busy nights or casual get togethers.
Versatile dish: works for appetizers, snacks, or even a main course when paired with side.
Key Ingredients for Pulled Pork Taquitos
- Pulled pork: juicy and tender, it's the star of these taaquitos.
- Salsa verde: adds tangy heat and bright flavor.
- Mexican cheese blend: melts into the filling for a creamy, cheesy bite.
- Flour tortillas: soft and easy to roll, crisp beautifully in the air fryer.
- Cilantro and lime juice: fresh and zesty finish to balance the richness.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour for a more traditional taquito.
- Try shredded chicken in place of pork for a lighter variation.
- Swap in queso fresco or Monterey Jack for the cheese blend.
Variations on Air Fryer Pulled Pork Taquitos
- Spicy kick: add diced jalapenos or hot sauce to the pork mixture.
- Breakfast taquitos: mix in scrambled eggs and breakfast sausage.
- Vegetarian version: substitute black beans, peppers, and corn for the pork.
Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Taquitos
- Don't overcrowd: leave space in the air fryer basket so each taquito gets crisp.
- Seal tightly: roll tortillas snug to prevent filling from spilling out.
- Warm tortillas: softened tortillas roll better and won't crack when air fried.
How to Store and Reheat
Keep leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to restore crispness.
Serve With...
Air Fryer Pulled Pork Taquitos go perfectly with sides like Mexican Street Corn Salad, Homemade Canning Salsa, or Homemade Guacamole. For a bigger meal, serve them alongside Spanish Rice or Shrimp Tortilla Soup.
More Easy Mexican Recipes
If you liked this recipe, you may also enjoy my Air Fryer Chicken Quesadillas, Venison Street Tacos, a fresh batch of Mango Avocado Salsa, or a cheesy pan of Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce.
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Pulled Pork Taquitos
Equipment
- Skillet
- mixing bowl
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Ingredients
- 16 flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 cups pulled pork
- ¼ cup salsa verde
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until hot. Add the onions and cook for 3 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute.Stir in lime juice and salsa verde. Add the pulled pork and toss to coat. Cooking for 2 minutes to heat pork.
- Remove pork mixture from the heat and stir in the cheese. Set aside.
- Wrap tortillas in a cotton towel and warm in the microwave for 40 seconds.
- Place 1 tortilla on a work surface and place approximately 2 tablespoons of filling in the bottom third of the tortilla. Tightly roll up the tortilla, tucking the filling in as you go. Place taquito seam side down in the air fryer basket or tray leaving space between each taquito to allow the hot air to circulate around the taquito.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas. Note: you will need to cook tortillas in batches.Air fry taquitos at 400 degrees for 5-6 minutes, until golden brown.
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