Description
Potato flautas are a delightful twist on traditional rolled tacos, featuring a savory filling of perfectly spiced Yukon gold potatoes. These crispy treats are not only easy to make but also vegan-friendly, making them perfect for gatherings, snacks, or cozy family dinners. With just a few key ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can impress your guests with these flavorful and crunchy rolled tacos. Serve them alongside fresh salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for an extra burst of flavor that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes (quartered)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- 12 flour tortillas (8-inch)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Parboil the quartered Yukon gold potatoes in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender (10–15 minutes). Drain thoroughly.
- Transfer the drained potatoes to a bowl and mash until smooth. Mix in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Take one tortilla and add about 1/2 cup of potato filling at its center, pressing down slightly before rolling it up tightly.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry each flauta seam-side down for 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flauta (75g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg