Golden flautas or tacos are a universal snack in Mexico, present in markets and festivities for generations. Its name comes from the elongated shape reminiscent of the musical instrument. Stuffed with shredded chicken, they are the most accessible and beloved version of street food.
Mexican
Crispy chicken flutes
Crispy chicken flautas with cream, fresh cheese, lettuce and green sauce.
- Mexico
- MAIN COURSES
- High protein
- easy
30 min
Tiempo de Preparación
6
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 445 kcal
- Protein 24 g
- Fiber 3 g
- Carbohydrates 34 g
- Fat 24 g
- Sodium 480 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Crispy chicken flautas is a Mexican preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 50 minutes in total (30 for mise en place and preparation, 20 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 12 small corn tortillas.
- Have ready: 400 g shredded cooked chicken breast.
- Have ready: 1/2 finely chopped white onion.
- Have ready: 2 cloves of minced garlic.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon ground cumin.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Sauté onion and garlic in a tablespoon of oil until…
Sauté onion and garlic in a tablespoon of oil until transparent; add chicken, cumin, salt and pepper. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Cook the filling for 5 minutes, stirring; the chicken should be juicy...
Cook the filling for 5 minutes, stirring; The chicken should be juicy and well seasoned.
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Heat the tortillas on a comal to make them more flexible and prevent them from…
Heat the tortillas on a comal to make them more flexible and prevent them from breaking when rolling.
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Place 2 tablespoons of filling in each tortilla
Place 2 tablespoons of filling on each tortilla, roll tightly and secure with a toothpick.
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Fry the flautas in hot oil at 180 C until golden…
Fry the flautas in hot oil at 180 C until they are golden and crispy all over. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later
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Drain on absorbent paper and carefully remove the toothpicks.
Drain on absorbent paper and carefully remove the toothpicks.
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Serve on a bed of lettuce with cream
Serve on a bed of lettuce with cream, cheese, sauce and cilantro.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegetarian version replacing the meat with sautéed mushrooms or cooked legumes.
- Vegan dairy-free version using plant-based cheese or cream alternatives.
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