Best 4 Crispy Pulled Pork Flautas Recipes

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Crispy pulled pork flautas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they are always a hit with kids and adults alike. Flautas are made with corn tortillas that are filled with a savory filling, rolled up, and fried until crispy. The pulled pork filling is made with slow-cooked pork that is shredded and seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices. The flautas are then served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY FLAUTAS



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I always order flautas at restaurants but have yet to see a recipe anywhere that makes them the way I like them - crispy. Instead of baking them, this recipe uses a deep fryer. It melds the flavors together and makes them extra crunchy. Serve with rice, salad, or whatever side dish you desire.

Provided by KIWICOTTONBALL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ onion, finely diced
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
¾ cup water
1 (10 ounce) package corn tortillas (such as Ortega®)
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup salsa
24 toothpicks
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in the chicken breast. Cook and stir until the chicken breast is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Shred the chicken using two forks. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer until the liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Stir in the Cheddar cheese, then remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Lightly brush each corn tortilla will a layer of salsa. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture in a line along the bottom edge of the tortilla. Tightly roll the tortilla into a cylinder, and secure the ends with one or two toothpicks. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry the flautas in the preheated oil, no more than 4 at a time, until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes. Drain the flautas on a paper towel-lined plate. Discard toothpicks and top finished flautas with remaining salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 716.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

PULLED PORK FLAUTAS



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Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 (6 inch) Flour Tortillas
2 cups Pulled Pork (any flavor)
1 (15 ounce) can Black Beans - drained and rinsed
1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Toothpicks
Cooking Spray
Salsa Verde (optional)
Sour Cream (optional)
Salsa (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400*F Lay tortillas flat on work surface. Spread 1 - 2 Tablespoons of pulled pork across the bottom of the tortilla. Top with 1 Tablespoon of black beans. Top with 1 Tablespoon of cheese. Starting at the bottom, roll up as tight as you can and secure with 2 toothpicks for each flauta. Place flautas on a prepared cookie sheet. Spritz the top of each flauta with cooking spray. This will help them crisp up while baking. Bake for 10 - 15 minutes or until flautas are golden. Remove and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

BEEF FLAUTAS



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This traditional Mexican flautas recipe is one of my favorite dishes to make for my family. The spices and onion give the meat so much flavor!-Maria Goclan, Katy, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h25m

Yield 20 flautas.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
2 pounds fresh beef brisket
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon pepper
20 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Oil for deep-fat frying
Optional toppings: guacamole, sour cream and salsa

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Brown brisket on all sides. Add onions, peppers, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender., Remove meat; cool slightly. Shred meat with 2 forks. Drain onion mixture; add to meat. Spoon 1/4 cup beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and secure with toothpicks. In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry flautas, in batches, for 1 minute on each side or until golden brown., Drain on paper towels. Remove toothpicks. If desired, serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN FLAUTAS



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Take taco night to the next level with this weeknight spin on cheesy, crunchy flautas. After stuffing them with a smoky, spicy ground chicken-chipotle mixture, we skipped the traditional pan-frying route in favor of letting them crisp-up in the oven.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Ground Chicken Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 pound ground chicken, preferably dark meat
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons chopped chipotle in adobo, plus 2 teaspoons sauce
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems, plus more for serving
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
6 ounces Monterey Jack, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
6 flour tortillas (each 8 inches)
Pico de gallo, for serving
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken; season with salt and pepper and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste, chipotle and sauce, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook until most of liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in cilantro and lime juice.
  • Brush a rimmed baking sheet with oil. Arrange 1/4 cup cheese and about 1/3 cup meat mixture along center of one tortilla; roll up and place seam-side down on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining cheese, meat, and tortillas. Brush tops of flautas with oil and bake until browned and crisp, 12 to 14 minutes. Serve with pico de gallo, sour cream, and cilantro.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork: For the best results, use a pork shoulder or butt roast. These cuts are well-marbled and will result in tender, flavorful pulled pork.
  • Slow-cook the pork: The key to tender, juicy pulled pork is to cook it low and slow. This can be done in a slow cooker, Dutch oven, or oven.
  • Shred the pork: Once the pork is cooked, shred it using two forks or a meat shredder. This will make it easier to fill the flautas.
  • Use a variety of fillings: In addition to pulled pork, you can also fill your flautas with other ingredients, such as cheese, beans, rice, and vegetables.
  • Fry the flautas until crispy: Fry the flautas in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy. This will help to seal in the flavor and prevent the flautas from becoming soggy.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Flautas can be served with a variety of toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Crispy pulled pork flautas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your flautas are crispy, flavorful, and sure to please everyone at your table.

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