Flautas Recipe
Four corn tortillas stuffed with shredded pork or shredded chicken, deep-fried and served with lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes.
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Ingredients
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Filling
Flautas
Toppings
Method
Prepare Filling
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded pork or chicken, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the spices are evenly distributed.
Assemble Flautas
- 2
Prepare Tortillas
Heat the corn tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until they are warm and pliable.
- 3
Fill Tortillas
Place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each tortilla. Roll them tightly and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
Fry Flautas
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry Flautas
Carefully place the rolled tortillas into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain Excess Oil
Remove the flautas from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve
- 7
Prepare to Serve
Place the fried flautas on a serving platter. Top with shredded lettuce, a dollop of sour cream, and diced tomatoes.
- 8
Enjoy
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your delicious flautas!
