Tarteletas
Recipe: #30047
July 28, 2018
Categories: Breads, Ground Beef, Almond, Appetizers, Mexican, Cinco de Mayo, Oven Bake, Refrigerated Dough, Hot Appetizers, more
"These quick and easy appetizers or lite supper entrees are tasty and filling. An American modification of a Mexican dish."
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (143.3 g)
- Calories 294.2
- Total Fat - 14.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 4 g
- Cholesterol - 50.5 mg
- Sodium - 341.2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 23.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.9 g
- Sugars - 5.3 g
- Protein - 18.2 g
- Calcium - 28.8 mg
- Iron - 3.3 mg
- Vitamin C - 3.6 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In a skillet, heat the oil then add the onions and ground beef. Saute until ground beef is cooked. Drain beef of grease.
Step 2
On a jelly roll pan, unroll the crescent dough sheet. Place pan so rectangle shape long ends are to your left and right.
Step 3
Stir in the remaining ingredients into the ground beef mixture. Simmer for 5 minutes until hot.
Step 4
Spoon ground beef mixture onto right 1/4 side of dough sheet leaving 1 inch at top and bottom of mixture. Fold the 1 inch of dough sheet at top and bottom inward and then starting on the filling end roll into a jelly roll shape.
Step 5
Bake in an oven at 375F for 10-13 minutes. The crust should be golden brown. Remove and allow to cool on wire rack for 4 minutes.
Step 6
Slice into 8 rounds and serve with salsa.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose a lean ground beef for a healthier version of this recipe.
- Soak the raisins in hot water for about 10 minutes to plump them up.
- Substitute ground turkey for the ground beef for a healthier option. The benefit of this substitution is that it will reduce the amount of fat and cholesterol in the dish.
- Substitute chopped walnuts for the almonds for a nuttier flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that walnuts are an excellent source of healthy fats and protein.
Vegetarian Tarteletas Replace the ground beef with 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed. Increase the raisins to 1/2 cup and add 1/4 teaspoon of cumin for extra flavor. Simmer for 5 minutes until hot. Proceed with the recipe as directed.
Mexican Street Corn Salad - A light, refreshing side dish that compliments the spiciness of the Tarteletas. This salad is made with corn, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and chili powder, and is a perfect balance to the savory beef and sweet raisins in the Tarteletas.
Baked Plantain Chips: Baked Plantain Chips are a crunchy, salty side dish that is the perfect accompaniment to the Tarteletas. The chips are made with ripe plantains, olive oil, and a pinch of salt, and are a great way to add some texture and flavor to the meal. The chips are also a healthy alternative to traditional potato chips, making them a great choice for a light and tasty side dish.
FAQ
Q: What type of dough should I use?
A: You should use a crescent dough sheet, preferably the Pillsbury brand.
Q: How do I make the dough?
A: To make the dough, preheat the oven to 375°F. Unroll the crescent dough sheet onto a lightly greased baking sheet. Press the perforations together to seal the dough. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
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Fun facts:
The recipe for Tarteletas originates from Mexico, where it is known as 'Taco de Canasta'. This dish was popularized in the US by Mexican immigrants and is now enjoyed by many Americans.
The famous celebrity chef, Ina Garten, is known for her version of Tarteletas, which she calls 'Mexican Sliders'. Her recipe includes ground turkey, chipotle peppers, and cumin, giving it a unique and flavorful twist.