Description
These savory Black Bean Flautas are a quick and delicious Mexican-inspired dish perfect for a snack or meal, ready in 30 minutes or less. Filled with creamy black beans, aromatic spices, and a hint of jalapeño heat, then rolled in authentic corn tortillas and cooked to crispy perfection. Choose your preferred cooking method: pan-frying, oven baking, or air frying for a healthier twist.
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 1 can Black Beans (about 15 ounces), drained and rinsed
- 1 medium White Onion, finely diced
- 1 small Jalapeño Pepper, finely diced (optional for less spice)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Vegetable Broth or Water
Other Ingredients
- 8 Corn Tortillas
- 1/4 cup Canola Oil (for frying; optional)
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder (optional; can substitute with smoked paprika)
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, mash the drained and rinsed black beans with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky. Mix in the diced white onion, jalapeño, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually stir in the vegetable broth or water until the mixture reaches a thick but spreadable consistency.
- Fill Tortillas: Lay out each corn tortilla and spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the black bean mixture onto the center. Roll the tortilla tightly from one end to the other, making sure the filling is enclosed securely to prevent spilling during cooking.
- Choose Cooking Method and Cook: For frying, heat 1/4 to 1/2 cup of canola oil in a pan over medium heat and carefully place flautas seam side down. Fry in batches for 3-5 minutes per side until they turn golden brown and crispy. For oven baking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly brush the flautas with canola oil and arrange them on a baking sheet. Bake for 16-20 minutes, turning halfway until golden and crisp. For air frying, preheat your air fryer to 390°F (199°C). Place flautas in a single layer in the basket and air fry for 11-12 minutes until browned and crispy.
- Serve & Enjoy: Allow the flautas to cool for a minute after cooking. Serve them with your favorite garnishes such as guacamole, fresh salsa, or a drizzle of hot sauce for added flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute black beans with pinto or refried beans if preferred.
- Adjust the jalapeño amount or omit it for a milder flavor.
- Using corn tortillas keeps the dish authentic, but flour tortillas can be used if necessary.
- For a healthier version, opt for baking or air frying instead of pan frying.
- Be sure not to overfill the tortillas to prevent bursting during cooking.
- Vegetable broth helps achieve the perfect consistency for the bean filling but water works as well.
