Recipe: Slow-cooked Beef Barbacoa Flautas from National Geographic

"On your way to or from Pinnacles National Park, you'll likely pass through Soledad, California, a town about 20 minutes from the park that has a beautifully restored mission, a collection of wineries and several great Mexican restaurants, including Cocuyo's, whose extensive menu makes it a local favorite. Stop there pre- or post-hike and consider ordering the flautas."

"These hearty beef flautas get tang and earthiness from adobo and lime, and a tenderness from many hours of slow cooking. The recipe is inspired by the menu of a local restaurant that serves as a popular waypoint for park visitors. Try serving them with crema and guacamole or freezing them for later."

Beef barbacoa flautas offer a satisfying meal for hikers exploring Pinnacles National Park's volcanic landscape. The recipe features beef chuck roast slow-cooked for hours with ancho chile powder, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, garlic, oregano, and lime for depth of flavor and tenderness. Inspired by Cocuyo's restaurant in nearby Soledad, California, this dish can be served with traditional accompaniments like crema, guacamole, and pico de gallo. The flautas can be enjoyed fresh or frozen for later consumption, making them convenient for park adventures.

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