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COOL RANCH® DORITOS® Bites

Prep Time:

25 min

Cook Time:

15 min

Total Time:

40 min

Servings:

12

With a hearty beef-and-cheese filling, these extra-crispy-coated COOL RANCH® DORITOS® bites are out-of-this-world yummy.

Ingredients

How to make it

  • 1

    In food processor, pulse DORITOS® COOL RANCH® Flavored Tortilla Chips until finely ground.

  • 2

    In medium bowl, combine beef, paprika and ranch seasoning mix.

  • 3

    In large skillet set over medium-high heat, heat 2 tbsp oil. Cook onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add beef mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is cooked through and onion is very tender. Remove from heat; if needed, drain fat. Stir in Monterey Jack cheese and let cool slightly.

  • 4

    Divide beef mixture into 12 portions and form into triangle-shaped patties about 1/2-inch thick. Chill for 10 minutes.

  • 5

    Transfer ground DORITOS® to shallow bowl.

  • 6

    Whisk together eggs in another shallow bowl

  • 7

    Transfer flour to another shallow bowl.

  • 8

    Dredge each patty in flour, dip in eggs and roll in crushed DORITOS®.

  • 9

    Pour enough oil into medium saucepan or high-sided skillet to reach 4 inches up sides of pan. Heat over medium heat until instant-read thermometer registers 350°F.

  • 10

    In batches, deep-fry breaded bites for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to paper towel to drain.

Tips & Tricks

  • Serve bites with salsa, guacamole and/or ranch dressing if desired.

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