Description
A savory delight that combines crunchy textures with rich, flavorful beef and cheese filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1/2 cup refried beans
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Brown the beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until itโs fully browned. Donโt forget to drain any excess fat from the pan to keep your chimichangas crisp.
- Add flavor: Stir in the refried beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the chimichangas: Lay a large tortilla flat and place a tablespoon of the beef mixture in the center, topped with a sprinkle of cheese. Fold in the sides and roll tightly to form a chimichanga. Repeat this process for all tortillas.
- Fry: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer over medium-high heat. Carefully place the chimichangas in the hot oil, turning occasionally until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Drain and serve: Remove the chimichangas from the oil and let them drain on paper towels. Serve them hot with salsa or sour cream for dipping.
Notes
For a crispy exterior, ensure the oil is hot enough before frying. Consider adding spices like paprika or garlic powder for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg