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Antojitos

Mouthwatering Antojitos: Easy Mexican Street Food at Home

Delightful antojitos are easy to make, customizable, and perfect for any gathering, making them the ultimate Mexican street food appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tortillas
  • 8 tortillas Flour Tortillas Substitution: Corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
For the Cheesy Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 4 oz Diced Green Chilies Substitution: Fresh diced jalapeños for more heat.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Substitution: Monterey Jack for a milder taste.
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion Substitution: Green onions for a milder flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Bell Pepper Substitution: Any sweet bell pepper variety.
  • 3 tablespoons Sour Cream Optional: Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Substitution: Smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 0.125 teaspoon Cayenne Adjust to taste for heat preference.
For the Pesto Dip
  • 0.5 cup Basil Pesto Feel free to make your own for a personal touch.
  • 0.5 cup Additional Sour Cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Antojitos
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, diced green chilies, cheddar cheese, red onion, bell pepper, sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Mix until smooth.
  3. Lay flour tortillas flat and spread one portion of filling on each, then roll tightly.
  4. Slice each rolled tortilla into five bite-sized pieces and arrange them cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 8 minutes, then broil for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Combine sour cream and basil pesto in a bowl for the dip, mixing until smooth.
  7. Allow antojitos to cool slightly before serving warm alongside the creamy pesto dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1antojitoCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve antojitos fresh from the oven for the best experience. Customize fillings as desired and enjoy with various dips.

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