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    Home » Recipes » Mexican Inspired

    Modified: Mar 11, 2025 · Published: Nov 3, 2015 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles

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    These Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles are a great appetizer or meal. Serve with vegan sour cream and salsa.

    Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles on a plate.

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    Before these Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles, I have only had vegan taquitos once before, and that was because I made refried bean taquitos. You would think that living so close to Mexico, I would have had them before. Nope!

    Well, I am glad that I ventured into new territory because these are a great alternative to Vegan Nachos and Vegan Quesadillas. They are crispy, rich, and spicy - depending upon the green chiles you use, of course.

    The trick to making sure a corn tortilla doesn't fall apart while rolling them is to use a pliable tortilla.

    That can be accomplished in one of two ways. You can heat the tortilla in in the microwave, or microwave it in a wet paper towel, or you can get the right kind of tortillas.

    I just happen to live in Tucson, Arizona, where there are many stores that sell good tortillas. What you want to look for is a thin tortilla.

    They can be hard to find. If you can't find a good thin tortilla, all is not lost. It just takes a little more patience.

    You can bake these Vegan Taquitos or fry them. If you want a richer taste, I would fry them. If you are looking for a healthier route, definitely consider baking them.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love Them
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • How to Roll Taquitos
    • 🍽 Serving
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Mexican-Inspired Recipes
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love Them

    • They are rich and comforting.
    • They can be eaten as an appetizer, side, or meal.
    • They are simple and easy to make.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Vegan taquito ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Corn tortillas: I used corn tortillas when I first published this recipe, but since have found out I have a corn intolerance. When updating I used brown rice tortillas. There are some delicious grain-free tortillas by Siete that you could use.
    • Vegan cream cheese: I like Tofutti brand vegan cream cheese. Use your favorite.
    • Vegan cheddar cheese: I like both Follow Your Heart and Daiya vegan cheese brands.
    • Green chiles: I used roasted green chiles. You can use another type of pepper, or leave them out.
    • Canola oil or spray: If you going to fry the taquitos, I suggest canola oil or another high-heat oil. If you are going to bake them, I suggest oil spray, or you can brush the taquitos with oil.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Tortilla with cream cheese on a cutting board.

    Step 1: Warm tortillas to make them pliable. A microwave works fine. Spread vegan cream cheese on tortillas.

    A tortilla with vegan cream cheese, shredded vegan cheddar, and green chiles on top.

    Step 2: Add vegan cheddar and green chiles.

    Baked taquito on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

    Step 3: Roll tightly. For baking: Place seam side down on an oiled parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake on each side until crispy.

    For frying: Place enough canola oil in a pan for taquitos to fry in. Heat oil to 350°. If you don't have a thermometer, place a wooden spoon in oil. If the oil bubbles around it, it's ready. You can also place a couple of drops of water in. If they sizzle it's ready.

    Fry until golden brown. Place on paper towels to soak up some of the oil.

    How to Roll Taquitos

    Rolling taquitos is super easy. It's just like rolling a burrito but easier because you aren't tucking in the sides.

    Spread filling on the tortilla, and roll it tightly away from you. You don't want to overfill the taquito or it will be harder to stay together.

    🍽 Serving

    Serve taquitos with Restaurant Style Salsa, vegan sour cream, Homemade Guacamole, or whatever your favorite dipping sauce is.

    Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles on a plate.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What do taquitos contain?

    You can fill taquitos with many different ingredients. For these vegan taquitos, I filled them with vegan cream cheese, vegan cheddar, and roasted green chiles.

    Why are my taquitos soggy?

    If the oil you are frying the taquitos in isn't hot enough, the taquitos will soak up more oil and become soggy and greasy.

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    If you tried this Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles on a plate.
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    Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles

    These Vegan Taquitos with Green Chiles are a great appetizer or meal. Serve with vegan sour cream and salsa.
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Mexican inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 24 minutes minutes
    Total Time 29 minutes minutes
    Servings 6 taquitos
    Calories 210kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 6  corn tortillas
    • ¾ cup vegan cream cheese
    • 1 cup vegan cheddar grated
    • 6 thin slices of roasted green chiles  or canned green chiles
    • canola oil or coconut oil spray depending on if you're going to bake or fry
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    Instructions

    • If baking, preheat oven to 350°F.
    • Wrap the tortillas in paper towels and microwave for 1-2 minutes to make the tortillas pliable, if needed.
    • Spread vegan cream cheese on tortillas. Add grated vegan cheddar and roasted green chiles, and roll tightly.
    • Baking method:
      Place seam side down on an oiled parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 8-12 minutes on each side, or until crispy.
      Frying method:
      Heat canola oil to 350°F. If you don't have a thermometer you can test the oil by dropping a couple of drops of water into oil. If it sizzles, it's ready. Place rolled tortillas seam side down and fry until golden brown. Flip until all sides are golden brown and crispy.
    • Serve with vegan sour cream or guacamole.

    Notes

    Rolling a taquito is just like rolling a burrito but easier because you aren't tucking in the sides.
    Spread filling on the tortilla, and roll it tightly away from you. You don't want to overfill the taquito or it will be harder to stay together.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 457mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 5.4mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Karen Becker says

      February 08, 2024 at 1:54 pm

      These look delicious! Would I use the whole can of green chiles?

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      • Willow Moon says

        February 08, 2024 at 2:10 pm

        No, you won’t use the whole can. You can either leave them out or add them to salsa, a tofu scramble, or another recipe where you’d like to add some spice.

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    2. Sarah says

      May 17, 2018 at 9:16 am

      I made these last weekend and they were a hit with my kids! Thanks for sharing!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        May 18, 2018 at 2:46 pm

        Thanks Sarah, I'm so glad!

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    3. Cort says

      May 04, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      I love love love these. I add pepper and 1 tsp of ACV.

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      • Willow Moon says

        May 04, 2016 at 7:21 pm

        Thanks Cort!

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    4. Christine | Vermilion Roots says

      November 05, 2015 at 9:42 am

      Such a simple lovely dish. I have yet to find a vegan cheese I like. Any recommendations?

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      • Willow Moon says

        November 05, 2015 at 5:24 pm

        My favorite vegan cheddar, Mozzarella, and Monterey Jack are by Follow Your Heart. Many people like Daiya better, but I prefer the taste of Follow Your Heart. I do have to admit Daiya does melt better. My favorite vegan cream cheese is by Tofutti.

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    5. Divine Elements of Design says

      November 05, 2015 at 8:57 am

      Wow, I've never considered a vegan recipe. But this one sounds yummy. Thanks for sharing

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