Best 2 Green Chili Flautas Recipes
If you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or snack, look no further than green chili flautas. These crispy, golden brown flautas are filled with a savory mixture of roasted green chiles, cheese, and your choice of meat, then rolled up in corn tortillas and fried until crispy. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick and easy meal.
This recipe includes three different variations of green chili flautas: traditional beef flautas, vegetarian flautas with black beans and corn, and chicken flautas. Each variation is bursting with flavor and sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some delicious green chili flautas!
CHILE AND CHEESE FLAUTAS
These crispy tortillas are stuffed with green chiles, cheese and corn. From the Mexican food blog at about.com
Provided by Pinay0618
Categories Cheese
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix chiles, cheese, chile sauce, corn and sugar in a medium bowl. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling down center of a tortilla and roll it up tightly. Secure with a toothpick and place seam side down on a plate. Roll up all of the flautas and fry 3 or 4 at a time in 350 degree hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
GREEN CHILE FRITTATA
This rich recipe is great for either a brunch or breakfast. You can make this a day ahead if you want to serve it for an early morning breakfast. Just reheat in the microwave. You may use any combination of cheese in this recipe, even non-fat.
Provided by Melanie
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Frittata Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the green chile peppers, cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, and melted butter. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), and continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes. Cool slightly, and cut into small squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 213.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 620.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
Tips:
- Select the Right Chilies: Choose poblano or Anaheim chilies for a mild flavor, and serrano or jalapeño chilies for a spicier kick.
- Roast the Chilies Properly: Roasting the chilies enhances their flavor and makes them easier to peel. Char the skin until it blisters, then place them in a paper bag to steam for 15 minutes.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh cilantro, onions, and cheese add a burst of flavor to the flautas. Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- Don't Overfill the Flautas: Overfilling can cause the flautas to burst open during frying. Fill them just enough so that the edges can be folded over.
- Fry the Flautas Until Golden Brown: Frying the flautas until they are golden brown ensures that they are crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside.
- Serve with Authentic Mexican Toppings: Serve the flautas with traditional Mexican toppings like guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and pico de gallo for an authentic experience.
Conclusion:
Green chili flautas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With a crispy exterior and a flavorful filling, these flautas are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Experiment with different types of chilies and fillings to create your own unique version of this classic Mexican dish. ¡Buen provecho!
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