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

Time 1h25m

Yield 20 flautas.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

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.