Flautas Ahogadas are crispy rolled tacos “drowned” in a delicious salsa, topped with fresh cheese, crema, and pico de gallo. This dish is bursting with flavor and perfect for any meal!

Ingredients:

For the Flautas (Rolled Tacos):

12 corn tortillas

2 cups shredded chicken, beef, or pork

1 cup shredded cheese (optional, like Oaxaca or Monterrey Jack)

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

Oil for frying

For the Salsa Verde (Drowning Sauce):

10 tomatillos, husked and rinsed

2 serrano peppers (or jalapeños for less heat)

2 cloves garlic

½ cup chicken broth

½ tsp cumin

½ tsp salt

¼ cup cilantro

Juice of 1 lime

Toppings:

Mexican crema or sour cream

Queso fresco or cotija cheese (crumbled)

Pico de gallo (diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and cilantro)

Chopped fresh cilantro

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