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Cheesy Beef Flautas: How to Make Crispy Restaurant Style at Home

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Crispy, golden cheesy beef flautas filled with seasoned ground beef and melty cheese, rolled in tortillas and fried to perfection a flavorful and satisfying Mexican-inspired favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Oil for frying
  • Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for serving

Instructions

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • 2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  • 3. Stir in onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
  • 4. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  • 5. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until slightly melted.
  • 6. Warm tortillas to make them pliable.
  • 7. Spoon beef mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly.
  • 8. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • 9. Place flautas seam-side down and fry until golden and crispy on all sides.
  • 10. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • 11. Serve hot with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Notes

  • Bake at 400°F for 15–20 minutes for a lighter option.
  • Secure with toothpicks if needed while frying.
  • Leftover filling works great for tacos or quesadillas.

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