Beef and Chorizo Flautas with Roasted Anaheim Peppers

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Beef and Chorizo Flautas with Roasted Anaheim Peppers.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C) and lining a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

2. Step 2

   Next, take your Anaheim peppers and place them cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

3. Step 3

   Pop them in the oven and let them roast for about 15 minutes, or until the skins turn a lovely brown and crispy.

4. Step 4

   Once they’re done, transfer the blackened peppers to a bowl and cover it tightly with plastic wrap.

5. Step 5

   This steaming process will make peeling the skins a breeze in about 20 minutes.

6. Step 6

   After steaming, gently remove the skins, dice the flesh, and set it aside for later.

7. Step 7

   In a mixing bowl, combine ground chuck and chorizo, kneading them together until they’re well blended.

8. Step 8

   Now, heat a tablespoon of canola oil in a pot over medium heat.

9. Step 9

   Add your meat mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until it’s browned and crumbly—this should take about 10 minutes.

10. Step 10

    Once browned, drain off about 90% of the grease to keep things from getting too oily.

11. Step 11

    Next, stir in some flavorful ingredients: pour in the beer, add salsa, and sprinkle in ancho chile powder, garlic powder, cumin, onion powder, sea salt, marjoram, black pepper, and a dash of cayenne pepper.

12. Step 12

    Toss in half of your diced Anaheim peppers for an extra kick.

13. Step 13

    Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce it to low and let it simmer.

14. Step 14

    This is where the magic happens—let it simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated.

15. Step 15

    Just keep an eye on it to ensure it doesn’t dry out completely.

16. Step 16

    While your filling is simmering, let’s prepare the tortillas.

17. Step 17

    Brush one side of each tortilla with a bit of canola oil.

18. Step 18

    On the unbrushed side, about half an inch from one edge, spoon a line of your delicious beef and chorizo mixture.

19. Step 19

    Sprinkle on some Colby-Jack cheese and top it off with a few diced chile peppers.

20. Step 20

    Now, roll the tortilla tightly, tucking the first rotation under the filling to keep everything secure.

21. Step 21

    Place the rolled tortilla seam-side down on the wire rack of your air fryer.

22. Step 22

    Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas until you have a delightful batch ready to cook.

23. Step 23

    Now it’s time to air fry! Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

24. Step 24

    Once it’s ready, fry the flautas for about 6 minutes, or until they’re golden and crispy.

25. Step 25

    The aroma will be irresistible! Serve them immediately and enjoy the delicious flavors you’ve created.

26. Step 26

    These flautas are perfect for sharing, so gather your friends and family for a tasty treat!.