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    Home » Recipes » Vegetarian » Baked Potato Flautas

    Baked Potato Flautas

    Last Updated November 9, 2022. Originally Posted May 21, 2020 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Baked Potato Flautas – so EASY and just 5 ingredients. Ready in minutes. They make the perfect appetizer. No one can say no to these tasty bites!
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    Vegan potato flautas on a white plate topped with lettuce and tomatoes.

    Three flautas topped with lettuce and tomatoes on a white plate.

    Baked Potato Flautas – One of my favorite guilty pleasures is this Mexican appetizer. I usually fry them for that extra crunch.

    Let’s keep it real though… We can’t always eat that way.

    This version is less sinful but still DELICIOUS. Serve with salsa for dipping and enjoy with less guilt.

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    A potato masher in a pot mashing cooked potatoes.

    How to Make It

    • Make the potato filling.
    • Cool completely.

    Since we are using water, the filling is 100% vegan. There are plenty of Mexican vegan recipes like Vegan Pozole, Vegetable Tamales, Pineapple Empanadas.

    However, you can use milk to mash the potatoes. Or add cheese and sour cream to the filling.

    Pro Tip:

    Use leftover mashed potato from a previously meal. Cooked potatoes last up to 5 days in the fridge.

    We Love Potatoes!


    Potatoes are a BIG ingredient in the Mexican cuisine.

    Just check out some of these authentic Mexican recipes using potatoes: Papas con Rajas, Chorizo con Papas, Tortitas de Papa con Atun.

    A collage showing how to assemble and roll up the flautas.

    • On a flour tortilla, add some of the mixture.
    • Roll up the tortilla.

    Fresh out of the fridge, the tortillas might be too stiff and will not roll as easily.

    Warm up the tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds so they are pliable to roll.

    Yes, you can make this recipe with corn tortillas, but then you’d be making taquitos, not flautas.

    The Name Game


    The way I was taught, taquitos were made out of corn tortillas, and flautas were made with flour tortillas. However, for others, it is the reverse.

    An unbaked flauta on a cookie sheet.

    • Place on a lined cookie sheet.
    • Be sure to place the flautas with the seam down.

    Traditionally, this dish is fried. A toothpick must be inserted in the center to hold it all in place while frying.

    If you place them seam side down when baking, then no toothpick is necessary.

    Frying Instructions

    • Insert a toothpick to the center of each flauta.
    • Heat 1 cup of oil.
    • Fry 3 at a time for 3 minutes on each side.
    • Repeat until done.

    Unbaked flautas lined up on a cookie sheet.

    • Bake in the oven for
    • Turn and bake for an additional.

    How Long Do They Last?


    In the fridge, flautas last 3-4 days. These Baked Potato Flautas freeze well. They will last up to 6 months in the freezer.

    Simply thaw and bake for 20 minutes, or until hot again.

    Reheating:

    Reheating them in the microwave will make the tortilla soggy. Reheat in the oven to crisp up the tortilla.

    What is the difference between flautas and chimichangas?
    Flautas consist of tortillas, filled, and rolled up like a flute. They are usually fried. Chimichangas are fried burritos.

    Three flautas topped with lettuce and tomatoes on a white plate.

    What to Serve With Them


    Refried Beans
    Mexican Rice
    Chile de Arbol Salsa
    Guacamole

    Lettuce
    Tomatoes
    Queso Fresco

    Baked Potato Flautas are super tasty and ultra easy to make. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!

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    Three flautas topped with lettuce and tomatoes on a white plate.

    Baked Potato Flautas

    Baked Potato Flautas – so EASY and just 5 ingredients. Ready in minutes. They make the perfect appetizer. No one can say no to these tasty bites!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 26 minutes
    Total Time: 46 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 90kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 3 potatoes medium-sized
    • 4 cups water
    • 1 tspn salt
    • 1/2 tspn ground pepper
    • 12 flour tortillas

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
    • Peel and dice the potatoes.
    • Cover with water. Bring to a boil.
    • Boil until fork tender. 8-10 minutes.
    • Discard the water.
    • Add salt and pepper to the potatoes.
    • Using a potato masher, mash until smooth.
    • Warm up the tortillas in the microwave.
    • 30 seconds on high.
    • Add 2 tablespoons of the mashed potatoes to the side of a tortilla.
    • Roll up.
    • Grease foil paper or use wax paper on a cookie sheet.
    • Place the rolled up flauta on the cookie sheet with the seam side down.
    • Continue until there are no more tortillas.
    • Bake for 10 minutes.
    • Turn and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
    • Serve with your favorite salsa and enjoy!

    Notes

    FRYING INSTRUCTIONS:
    • Insert a toothpick to the center of each flauta.
    • Heat 1 cup of oil.
    • Fry 3 at a time for 3 minutes on each side.
    • Repeat until done.
    Pro Tip: Use leftover mashed potato. Cooked potatoes last up to 5 days in the fridge.
    Reheating them in the microwave will make the tortilla soggy. Reheat in the oven to crisp up the tortilla.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 242mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Filed Under: Vegetarian

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. melissa chapman

      May 21, 2020 at 1:39 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great way to have those flour tortillas and make them a meal. I would try to make these this week when I can get some tortillas.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 8, 2020 at 3:41 pm

        Hope you try this recipe, It’s really good!

        Reply
    2. Jen

      May 21, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      I’ve never heard of this!! But I love mexican food and potatoes, so win-win

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 12, 2020 at 11:35 am

        It is a win win. Hope you try it!

        Reply
    3. Christi (from www.themoxiemama.com)

      May 21, 2020 at 2:00 pm

      Oh, now THIS looks amazing! And the recipe is so super easy too.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 9, 2020 at 3:20 pm

        Easy and delicious, what’s better than that?

        Reply
    4. Amber Myers

      May 21, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      These look so amazing! I’ve always been big on flautas so I am excited to try these.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 9, 2020 at 3:19 pm

        Great. It’s a really yummy dish, hope you try it

        Reply
    5. Sarah Bailey

      May 21, 2020 at 4:37 pm

      Ohh now these sound absolutely incredible I don’t think I’ve had anything like this before. I definitely need to give your recipe a whirl.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 9, 2020 at 3:18 pm

        You”ll love it! Hope you try it.

        Reply
    6. Tammy

      May 21, 2020 at 5:39 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never heard of this before but it sure does sound good. And one thing I know, I love potatoes.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 9, 2020 at 3:17 pm

        Hope you give this recipe a try!

        Reply
    7. Tasheena

      May 21, 2020 at 5:42 pm

      This looks really flavorful. Looking forward to making this dish for my family.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 8, 2020 at 3:30 pm

        It really is. Hope you try it!

        Reply
    8. Beth

      May 21, 2020 at 6:23 pm

      5 stars
      These look so good! I’m excited to try them.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 8, 2020 at 3:31 pm

        Thank you. Hope you like it!

        Reply
    9. Bolupe

      May 22, 2020 at 9:47 am

      5 stars
      I love Mexican food and this one looks so easy to make. The ingredients are basic and with only 26 minutes to cook, I’ll surely be trying this.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 7, 2020 at 8:21 am

        So easy and delicious! Hope you try it!

        Reply
    10. Kelli A

      May 22, 2020 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      We almost always have potato left overs and I’m always trying to figure out new ways to use them, this is going to be a new one for us, but pretty sure it will go over very well!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 8, 2020 at 3:40 pm

        I’m sure it will! You”ll love tis recipe.

        Reply
    11. Ashley J Newton

      May 22, 2020 at 10:37 pm

      Oh my gosh I have straight up STRUGGLED making taquitos by myself. I’m going to try again with your tips. Hopefully they work out!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 9, 2020 at 3:18 pm

        Hope this tips are useful! It’s a really yummy dish.

        Reply
    12. Agnes

      May 23, 2020 at 8:40 pm

      I can try this and copy your recipe, will tag you once I made some. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        July 8, 2020 at 3:11 pm

        Yes please! I will love to see it!

        Reply
    13. Shannon Gurnee

      May 24, 2020 at 3:26 pm

      I love baked potatoes, but have never thought of using them in a recipe like this. Looks like a yummy one!

      Reply
      • Patricia Ramos

        July 5, 2020 at 4:59 pm

        It’s really yummy. Hope you try it!

        Reply

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