Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsEl PatronFlautas Recipe

Flautas Recipe

Inspired by El Patron
Time30m
Serves4

Tender seasoned shredded beef or chicken rolled in corn tortillas and deep-fried to perfection to make a hard corn shell; served with sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo

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Ingredients

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Flautas Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a bowl, combine the shredded beef or chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and garlic powder. Mix well and set aside.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Flautas

    Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until pliable. Place 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture on one end of each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick if needed.

  3. 3

    Fry the Flautas

    In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the rolled flautas, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove toothpicks if used, and serve the flautas hot with sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo on the side.

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