Description
Savor the irresistible flavors of Beef and Cheese Chimichangas, where crispy tortillas embrace a savory filling of seasoned ground beef and melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, these delightful bites promise a fiesta of taste in every mouthful. Whether served with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream, they are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add chopped onions and minced garlic halfway through cooking until translucent.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional two minutes to combine flavors.
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Place a generous scoop of beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese on each tortilla. Fold sides and roll tightly.
- Heat oil in another skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chimichangas seam-side down until golden brown on all sides (approximately three minutes each side).
- Drain on paper towels before serving with salsa or garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg