I like when we take basic recipes to another level with creativity, adding other ingredients or change the process will make a big difference in the recipe. The same thing is going to happen with our taco recipe today.
It is going to be a great idea for movie nights or picnics with family, also it is one of the recipes that kids likes .
It doesn't take a long time to get ready, less than one hour and your taco rolls are done.
If you make them you will look like a professional but the recipe in real is easy to make.
What makes this recipe adorable?
Everyone avoid to cook because cooking takes long time, but when it comes to today's recipe you will love to cook more and more, thanks to the ease of preparation .
If you like to mix flavors in tacos this one will let you create a lot of ingredients inside the pinwheels, spicy beef and guacamole even chips for the crunch.
Every time my family ask what could we make as a snack or for late lunch parties, so this is one of the perfect ideas for those occasions.
Ingredient list :
Ground beef is the star of the taco, important to buy it with some fats to feel that juicy taste and it pairs perfectly with other flavors.
Fresh minced garlic for deep taste.
Taco spices, including salt, black pepper, chili flakes, onion powder, dried oregano and cumin and paprika for a wonderful taste.
Onion and rotel to avoid the dry fillings.
Instead of taco wraps use puff pastry dough, it's more flaky and becomes golden.
Cheese time, you could use one of these three types, cheddar or pepper jack or Mexican blend cheese.
Other optional ingredients, as lettuce salad and guacamole with green onions and sour cream or cilantro for fresh and great green color.
Substitutions :
For spice lovers you could add to the filling diced jalapeños.
Also swap the beef with shredded roasted chicken for light taste.
And if you are vegetarian it's possible to skip meat types and make your own ground black beans and corns with red bell peppers.
To make your taco pinwheels more cheesy add one layer of cream cheese before spreading the filling.
Method of preparation :
First step is heating up the oven to 375F and prepare the baking dish with parchment paper, and cooking spray.
Secondly fry the meat with diced onions and minced garlic until getting done . Then remove fats excess.
Third step is seasoning the filling with mentioned spices, and adding rotel, cook it for about 4 minutes and turn off the heat.
Now marrying everything together, by unrolling the puff pastry and form it into 18 inches long.
Then put the beef filling evenly and add cheese of your choice and roll it.
After rolling step, move to cutting the pinwheels into one inch size and between each cut clean the knife to keep everything clean.
Bake this amazing recipe in preheated oven and prepared baking dish for about 10 to 12 minutes , but make sure to leave space between each piece and other .
Last thing is adding side dishes as guacamole and sour cream or fresh lettuce salad and serve it for dear ones.
Professional advices to get the best results :
Don't overfill the rolls to avoid opening it in the baking time.
Using chilled puff pastry is better than room temperature one, it is easy to roll and cut.
Cut the rolls with a very sharp knife is one of the secrets to get the best results.
It's preferred to serve it warm or from the oven directly to feel the crust of the puff pastry.
How to serve it :
For parties put side dishes as sour cream and guacamole and tomato sauce for dipping.
Or make it for dinner with green salad for a light and healthy option.
You can also serve it with many additions as cheese and lettuce and cilantro, so you will let everyone choose what they want.
You could save any leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days or three.
Or freeze them on a dish uncooked, then move them to a bag to the freezer.
When needed, preheat the oven and add more 4 minutes to cooking time.
Famous asked questions :
Can I make this food ahead of time?
Yeah it is much better to make the rolls and freeze them up to 24 hours before baking.
Some people ask if they can prepare the puff pastry at home?
Sure it is fine if having time, and it is going to be more rich than ready one.
For cheese it is possible to use mozzarella or pepper jack as you like.
For vegetarian ones try to replace the meat with black beans or sautéed mushrooms, it is also delicious .
In my opinion there is nothing better than a flaky and cheesy with a lot of flavors in one recipe than taco pinwheels.
You won't regret them as a snack or in movie nights.
Try them and enjoy.
