Flautas De Papa Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Boil the potatoes until tender, then drain and mash them.
• STEP 2.In a pan, heat oil and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
• STEP 3.Add the mashed potatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pan and mix well.
• STEP 4.Take a tortilla and spoon some of the potato mixture onto one end.
• STEP 5.Roll the tortilla tightly, securing the filling inside.
• STEP 6.Repeat with the remaining tortillas and potato mixture.
• STEP 7.In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
• STEP 8.Carefully place the flautas in the hot oil and fry until golden and crispy on all sides.
• STEP 9.Remove the flautas from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
• STEP 10.Serve the flautas hot with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
• STEP 11.Enjoy the crispy and flavorful Flautas de Papa!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use corn tortillas for an authentic taste and texture.
• To make the flautas extra crispy, you can brush them with oil before frying.
• If you prefer a healthier option, you can bake the flautas in the oven instead of frying them.
• Feel free to customize the filling by adding cheese, diced vegetables, or your favorite spices.
• Leftover flautas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the flautas hot as an appetizer, snack, or main dish.
• They are delicious on their own or served with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
• To reheat leftover flautas, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.