Shredded Beef Flautas Recipe

Name: Shredded Beef Flautas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb Beef Chuck Roast (cut in 4); 1 tbsp Canola Oil; 1 Medium Spanish Onion(quartered); 5 clove Garlic(crushed); 4 Jalapenos(diced); 1 lb Tomatillos(quartered); 1/2 cup Cilantro; 2 tbsp Ground Cumin; 1 Salt & Pepper to taste; 1 juice of lime; 12 Flour Tortillas (or corn); 1 cup Canola Oil(for frying); 2 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese; 4 cup Water; 2 Tomatoes (diced); 1 cup Sour Cream; 1 Shredded Lettuce

Servings: persons

2 lb Beef Chuck Roast (cut in 4)
1 tbsp Canola Oil
1 Medium Spanish Onion(quartered)
5 clove Garlic(crushed)
4 Jalapenos(diced)
1 lb Tomatillos(quartered)
1/2 cup Cilantro
2 tbsp Ground Cumin
1 Salt & Pepper to taste
1 juice of lime
12 Flour Tortillas (or corn)
1 cup Canola Oil(for frying)
2 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
4 cup Water
2 Tomatoes (diced)
1 cup Sour Cream
1 Shredded Lettuce

1
Put 1 tablespoon of Canola Oil in large pot on medium heat.
2
Add beef chuck pieces and brown on both sides.
3
Add onions, garlic, tomatillos, jalapenos, cumin and cilantro.
4
And 4 cups of water.
5
With salt and pepper to taste.
6
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 2 hours or until meat is tender.
7
Remove beef from pot, shred and toss with lime juice, salt and pepper.
8
Warm tortillas in a paper towel in microwave for about one minute or until soft.
9
Place 2 tablespoons of meat and 1 tablespoon of cheese on a tortilla and roll it up.
10
And repeat until tortillas and meat are finished.
11
Heat 1 cup of Canola oil in a large skillet till hot but not smoking.
12
About 350.
13
Gently place Flautas in the oil seam side down.
14
Cook on each side until golden brown if using flour tortillas or until crispy if using corn tortillas.
15
About 1 min on each side.
16
Serve immediately with Toppings.
17
(Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream) and enjoy.
18
(Works well with refried beans and rice on the side)

2642

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

246

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb Beef Chuck Roast (cut in 4), 1 tbsp Canola Oil, 1 Medium Spanish Onion(quartered), 5 clove Garlic(crushed), and more.

Yes, Shredded Beef Flautas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shredded Beef Flautas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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