Savory Beef Flautas with Fresh Toppings
Transform your leftovers into a deliciously crispy and flavorful dish with these Savory Beef Flautas. Perfect for using up cooked ground beef stew, these flautas are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Swap out the ground beef for shredded chicken, mashed potatoes, or even a mix of cheeses to suit your preferences. Each crunchy bite is complemented by a medley of fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy salsa, making this a satisfying meal for any occasion. Serve them with a side of refried beans for an authentic touch!
15
Servings
120
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Ground beef stew
250 g (with cubed potatoes, carrots, onions, and tomatoes)
Tortillas
15 (softened)
Vegetable oil
3/4 cup (for frying)
Lettuce
1/2 (sliced)
Cream
1 cup (for drizzling)
Tomato
1 (sliced)
Onion
1/2 (sliced)
Avocado
1 (sliced)
Fresh cheese
1 cup (crumbled or shredded)
Salsa
to taste (for topping)
Refried beans
to taste (for side dish)
Instructions
1
In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.
2
While the oil heats, wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 50 seconds to make them pliable.
3
Take one tortilla and place about 1 tablespoon of the ground beef stew in the center. Roll the tortilla tightly to form a flute.
4
Carefully place the rolled flauta seam-side down into the hot oil. Fry until golden and crispy on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5
Remove the fried flautas from the pan and drain on paper towels. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
6
Once all the flautas are fried, arrange them on a serving plate. Top with sliced lettuce, tomatoes, onions, avocado, and drizzle with cream and crumbled cheese. Serve with salsa and a side of refried beans.
Nutrition Information
7 g
Fat
10 g
Carbs
6 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Beef Flautas?
Savory Beef Flautas are crispy, rolled tortillas filled with flavorful beef stew and topped with fresh ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado.
What is the primary protein used in this recipe?
The primary protein is 250g of ground beef stew, which includes potatoes, carrots, onions, and tomatoes.
How many servings does this flauta recipe produce?
This recipe is designed to yield 15 servings.
Is this recipe good for using leftovers?
Yes, it is specifically noted as a great way to transform leftover ground beef stew into a fresh and delicious meal.
How do I make the tortillas easier to roll?
Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave them for 50 seconds to make them pliable.
What is the recommended amount of filling per tortilla?
You should place about 1 tablespoon of the ground beef stew in the center of each tortilla.
How much oil is required for frying?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of vegetable oil to fry the flautas.
What is the best way to fry flautas so they stay closed?
Carefully place the rolled flautas into the hot oil seam-side down to prevent them from unrolling.
How long should I fry each flauta?
Fry the flautas until they are golden and crispy on all sides, which typically takes about 2-3 minutes per side.
What should I do with the flautas after frying?
Remove them from the pan and let them drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
What fresh vegetable toppings are suggested?
The recipe suggests sliced lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and avocado as fresh toppings.
What kind of cheese is used for the topping?
One cup of crumbled or shredded fresh cheese is used as a garnish.
Are there any suggested side dishes?
Yes, serving the flautas with a side of refried beans and salsa is recommended for an authentic touch.
Can I substitute the ground beef for other fillings?
Yes, you can swap the beef for shredded chicken, mashed potatoes, or a mix of cheeses.
How many calories are in one serving of Savory Beef Flautas?
Each serving contains approximately 120 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains about 7 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each flauta?
There are 10 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 6 grams of protein.
How many ingredients are listed in this recipe?
There are a total of 11 ingredients required for this recipe.
Is salsa used inside or on top of the flautas?
Salsa is added to taste as a topping after the flautas are fried.
What heat setting should be used for frying?
The vegetable oil should be heated over medium heat until hot.
What type of tortillas are used?
The recipe uses 15 softened tortillas.
What specific vegetables are in the ground beef stew?
The beef stew used as filling includes cubed potatoes, carrots, onions, and tomatoes.
Is there any cream used in this recipe?
Yes, 1 cup of cream is used to drizzle over the finished flautas.
What category does this recipe belong to?
This recipe is categorized under Meat.
Is this recipe considered Mexican cuisine?
Yes, it is tagged as Mexican cuisine and described as having an authentic touch.
How much avocado is needed?
One sliced avocado is used for the toppings.
What makes this a versatile recipe?
It is versatile because you can easily swap the protein or filling to suit different preferences.
Are the onions raw or cooked for the toppings?
The onions used for toppings are sliced and served fresh.
What is the total preparation count for the ingredients?
The ingredients involve various preparations including slicing, crumbling, softening, and frying.