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Beef and Cheese Chimichangas

Beef and Cheese Chimichangas: 7 Comforting Delights

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: None

Description

Beef and Cheese Chimichangas are crispy, fried tortillas filled with seasoned beef and melted cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in cheese.
  5. Place a portion of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla.
  6. Fold the sides and roll up the tortilla tightly.
  7. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  8. Fry the chimichangas until golden brown on all sides.
  9. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with salsa and sour cream.
  • Can add beans or peppers for extra flavor.
  • Use shredded chicken or beans for a different filling.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Beef and Cheese Chimichangas, Mexican food, fried tortillas