Taquito

Taquitos ( from the Spanish diminutive of taco ') are a Mexican appetizer.

They are made from the same dough as tacos and tortillas, but are smaller and are rolled up like a cigar. In Mexican restaurants they offered filled with black beans or chicken meat. As a guacamole dip or a warm cheese and chili sauce is usually served.

In southern Texas Taquitos are also offered as breakfast, filled with scrambled eggs, ham or chorizo.

• Mexican Food
• Appetizer