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Mexican Flautas

Irresistible Mexican Flautas Crispy Bliss Awaits!

Golden, crispy flautas filled with seasoned chicken or beef, perfect for dipping in salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. These handheld delights are quick to make, full of flavor, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any meal or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken or beef
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese optional
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salsa guacamole, or sour cream for serving

Method
 

  1. Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
  2. Mix shredded meat with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place a spoonful of meat (and cheese if using) on each tortilla.
  4. Roll tortillas tightly into flautas.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Fry flautas seam-side down until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side.
  7. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  8. Serve hot with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Notes

  • Slightly warming tortillas prevents cracking while rolling.
  • Fry in small batches to maintain crispiness.
  • Flautas can also be baked at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes for a lighter version.
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