Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced (approx. 100g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp (5g) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (5g) chili powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) beef broth or water
  • 8-10 small corn tortillas (about 6 inches in diameter)
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup (240ml) sour cream
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) lime juice
  • 1 tsp (5g) chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. In a large skillet, heat a splash of oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
  3. Add ground beef, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook until browned.
  4. Stir in beef broth and simmer until liquid is reduced (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat.
  5. In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas briefly over low heat until pliable.
  6. Stack warmed tortillas and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.
  7. Spoon a portion of the beef filling onto one edge of a tortilla.
  8. Roll tightly and secure with a toothpick if necessary. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  9. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to approximately 350°F (175°C).
  10. Carefully add rolled flautas, frying until golden brown on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
  11. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  12. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
  13. Mix until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.