34 Reviews of Mexican Spirals

From: ratherbeswimmin'

On Mar 13, 2003

I served these for our appetizer supper. They were fabulous. I used dried coriander because my little herb garden is caput right now. The filling was so delicious--spicy and very zesty. I made two batches and froze one because I have a party in a few weeks and I plan on serving them. I also wanted to see how well they freeze and rethaw. We love your recipes, Dorothy and this one is another one of your greats. Thanks.

From: Always in the kitchen Connie

On Dec 30, 2004

Great make ahead item. Made these twice recently. First time I substituted pepper jack cheese for the canned chilies and montery jack cheese. The next time I made them with the correct ingredients. My repeat guests preferred the pepper jack cheese spirals. All the hints about spraying with oil, and adding parmesan cheese, are great. They really perk the recipe up. Also, don't skimp on buying the coriander, you will be making these again. Just make sure you buy a quality tortilla shell. My Christmas Eve batch, were not as good due to a low quality tortilla.

From: andrea185

On Jun 28, 2008

I've actually been making this dish for a few years! I got the recipe from my mom who also cut it out of the newspaper lol! I love it and always get rave reviews from my guests and the only thing I do differently is to mix the cream cheese with the cumin and spread that and then sprinkle the other ingredients over the top. It's easier to get an even mix that way. When I cook them, I do it on parchment lined sheets and they brown beautifully. They freeze wonderfully...just slice and freeze on cookie sheets and then transfer to zip lock bags. Just add a couple of minutes to the cooking time. Super yummy!

From: Darlene M

On Nov 20, 2007

I cooked the chicken with a southwestern style rub which jazzed these up a bit. Everyone really liked these when they were hot, but when they cooled interest in them waned. But it might be a good idea not to put out too many at a time or make half of the recipe. By the way this did not make 5 dozen, more like 30 spirals

From: RedBird1

On Mar 9, 2006

I've made this for 3 parties thus far, and they were a huge hit at every one! I had people standing by the oven waiting for the next batch to come out. These are easy to make ahead of time and pop in the oven as needed, but they taste great at room temperature as well.

From: *pink*

On Feb 16, 2008

very good and something different. I did add a little more cheese and some green onion to it. Its nice to make ahead of time and store in the fridge. So when its time to eat just cut into slices and cook.

From: sydsmama

On Feb 3, 2003

I made these for a SuperBowl party. After making these, I was going to rate them 4 stars, because I thought they were kind of a pain (cooking and dicing the chicken, and it didn't spread very easily on the tortillas). But after tasting them and getting everyone else's response to them, I decided they were worth the work. I didn't get time to bake them (the oven was full), but will try that next time. I also didn't add the coriander to the mixture, but cooked the chicken with it.

From: sarabeth123

On Jan 19, 2003

Wonderful appetizers. The filling is rich and zesty. I used 1 cup shredded MJ cheese. Very easy to make. I have always served my spirals cold but they were very good baked and served hot. A little crisper texture. I highly recommend this for any party or just as a snack. Thanks Dorothy.

From: SHERRI10

On Jun 27, 2004

WOW!!! I made these for Father's Day to keep the hungry extended family members at bay while I grilled. I didn't have any fresh coriander, so I left it out. I added a shake of red pepper, and seasoned lightly with salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder. Plus, I used reduced fat cream cheese. I also sprayed them with a litle butter pam and sprinkled with a little parmesan cheese. The first comment was, "I need a drink, these are hot." Then, I kept hearing, "Oh my gosh, these are so good!" "Mom, where did you get the recipe?" "You have to make them again!!" "Quick, there are only a few left!" These were definitely worth more than a five! Thanks Dorothy!

From: jellyko

On Jan 16, 2005

Delicious appetizer. The recipe didnt indicate number of 10" tortillas to use. I used 3 and cut them into 1" sizes. instead of monterey jack cheese and jalepenos I used pepper jack cheese and doubled this ingedient. Warmed tortillas roll easier. Yummy-thanks for such a tasty snack.