Pulled Pork Taquitos
Crispy, cheesy, smoky pulled pork taquitos made with just 4 simple ingredients! This is the ultimate way to repurpose leftover pork into a family favorite meal! Bake them or air fry them—either way, they’re golden, crunchy, and ready in under 30 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 682kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups pulled pork (leftover)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade) (add more if you want them saucier)
- 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Tex-Mex blend)
- 12 small flour or corn tortillas (use cold tortillas to prevent cracking)
- avocado oil spray (or any neutral oil for crisping)
Instructions
- Make the filling: In a skillet or pot over medium heat, combine pulled pork and BBQ sauce. Stir just until warmed through, about 3–4 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the shredded cheese.
- Assemble the taquitos: Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the pork mixture into the center of each cold tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet or into your air fryer basket. Lightly brush or spray each taquito with avocado oil. Tip: Cold tortillas are less likely to crack. If yours are stiff, microwave for 5–10 seconds under a damp paper towel.
- Cook: See Notes below for detailed Oven or Air Fryer methods.Oven: Bake at 425°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through.Air Fryer: Cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping once halfway.The taquitos are done when they are crisp and golden on all sides, and the filling is bubbling at the ends.
- Serve: Serve with avocado crema, salsa, or ranch for dipping, but be careful, the filling is extremely hot!
Notes
Oven Instructions:
Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange rolled taquitos seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray lightly with oil. Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway. Watch closely near the end—every oven is different. Air Fryer Instructions:
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place taquitos in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Spray tops lightly with oil. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Tip – If your air fryer runs hot, check early. Freezer Tips:
Freeze assembled (unbaked) taquitos in a single layer. Once frozen, store in a freezer-safe bag. Cook directly from frozen—just add 2–3 minutes to the cooking time. Reheating:
Flour tortillas roll easiest, but corn or flatbread work too. Cold tortillas are less likely to split. If needed, warm gently under a damp paper towel. You can use larger tortillas—just increase the filling. Storage:
Cooked taquitos can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat using the methods above for the best texture.
Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange rolled taquitos seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray lightly with oil. Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway. Watch closely near the end—every oven is different. Air Fryer Instructions:
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place taquitos in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Spray tops lightly with oil. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Tip – If your air fryer runs hot, check early. Freezer Tips:
Freeze assembled (unbaked) taquitos in a single layer. Once frozen, store in a freezer-safe bag. Cook directly from frozen—just add 2–3 minutes to the cooking time. Reheating:
- Air Fryer: 350°F for 5–7 minutes
- Oven: 375°F for 10–12 minutes
Flour tortillas roll easiest, but corn or flatbread work too. Cold tortillas are less likely to split. If needed, warm gently under a damp paper towel. You can use larger tortillas—just increase the filling. Storage:
Cooked taquitos can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat using the methods above for the best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 682kcal | Carbohydrates: 81g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 1999mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 541IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 414mg | Iron: 5mg
