Beef Flautas Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb beef brisket
  • 1 med onion-cut into fourths
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp dry oregano
  • 1 tsp dry marjoram water
  • 1 x green pepper, finely minced
  • 18 x to 24 corn tortillas veg. oil for deep fat frying guacamole, lowfat sour cream, salsa--optional

Instructions

  1. In a Dutch oven, place brisket, onion, spices, & sufficient water to cover.
  2. Simmer, covered, about 2-1/2 hrs or possibly till meat is very tender.
  3. Finely shred beef & chop the onion; mix together with green pepper.
  4. Place a spoonful of meat mix on each tortilla..
  5. Roll up & secure with toothpicks.
  6. Deep fry flautas in warm oil.
  7. Drain on paper towels.
  8. If you like, serve with guacamole, salsa, & lowfat sour cream.
  9. YIELD: 9-12 servings
  10. (While living in San Diego many years ago, a Mexican couple showed, & helped me make these for a large neighborhood fiesta.
  11. They were a big hit & I have continued to make them just the way they showed me.
  12. They can be served as appetizers or possibly as a main meal, alongside Spanish rice & refried beans)

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

243 kcal 12% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.4g 21% DV
Total Fat 7.8g 10% DV
Carbs 39.3g 14% DV
Fiber 14g 50% DV
Sugar 3.6g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9824mg 100% DV
Potassium 588mg 13% DV
Cholesterol 16.8mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 31mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 41.8mg 46% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 445mg 34% DV
Iron 10.6mg 59% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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