"Bryan-TGWWW" > wrote in message
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> On Friday, March 7, 2014 9:36:13 AM UTC-6, Kody wrote:
>>
>> Once they are built you can either fry them (more
>>
>> traditional) or bake them. Frying them results in a crispier better
>> product
>>
>> but baking is a bit healthier and a fine substitute.
>
> Depending on what oil you fry in, the fried version could actually be
> the more healthful choice, and the baking *isn't* "a fine substitute."
>
> Baking is *never* "a fine substitute" for frying. It is at best,
> adequate, and most often a poor substitute. I've never made taquitos
> but for for flautas you can stick the flour tortillas together with
> beaten egg, just like with ravioli or wontons. I imagine that wouldn't
> work with corn tortillas, hence the toothpicks.
>
> Maybe I'll try that tonight, as we have 2 perfectly ripe avocados.
>
> --B

Actually Bryan, it is a decent substitute, they still get golden brown and
they crisp up well, not as crispy as frying obviously but they are good.