Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of flautas ahogadas, a traditional Mexican dish that combines crispy rolled tortillas filled with savory chicken and smothered in a vibrant salsa roja. Each bite offers an explosion of taste, enhanced by fresh toppings like crumbled cotija cheese, vibrant cilantro, and crunchy lettuce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these flautas are not only satisfying but also allow for customization based on your preferences. Prepare to impress your guests or treat yourself to this delectable comfort food that captures the essence of authentic Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 corn tortillas
- 2 ½ cups shredded chicken
- ½ cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 3 Roma tomatoes
- 3 tomatillos
- 3 árbol chiles
- Shredded lettuce
- Crumbled cotija cheese or queso fresco
- Mexican crema
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large sauté pan or deep skillet to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheese, diced onion, salt, and oregano.
- Warm corn tortillas in the microwave until pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick.
- Fry flautas in batches until golden brown (1 ½ to 2 minutes per side).
- For salsa roja, sauté tomatoes, tomatillos, onion, and garlic; blend with sautéed árbol chiles until smooth.
- Serve flautas topped with salsa roja and garnished with crema, lettuce, and cotija cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 flautas (120g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg