Flautas con consomé is a delicious Mexican dish featuring crispy rolled tacos (flautas) served with a flavorful broth (consomé). The flautas are typically filled with meat, such as chicken or beef, and the consomé adds a comforting and savory element to the meal. Here’s how you can make them:
Flautas con Consomé Recipe
Ingredients
For the Flautas:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded) or beef (shredded)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8-10 corn tortillas
- Oil for frying
For the Consomé:
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1-2 tomatoes, diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Flautas:
- In a bowl, mix the shredded meat with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the tortillas on a skillet until warm and pliable. This prevents them from cracking when rolling.
- Place a couple of tablespoons of the meat mixture in the center of each tortilla and roll them tightly.
- Secure with a toothpick if needed.
2. Fry the Flautas:
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the flautas and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. Prepare the Consomé:
- In a pot, heat the broth over medium heat.
- Add garlic, onion, tomatoes (if using), oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Serve:
- Serve the flautas hot, accompanied by a bowl of the consomé.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Enjoy!
This dish is perfect for dipping the flautas into the warm, flavorful broth. Enjoy your flautas con consomé!