Description
Gather around the table with this comforting Easy Chimichanga Recipe. These crispy, cheesy Beef Chimichangas offer a Texmex delight perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for flavor)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 large flour tortillas (burrito-sized)
- Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
Toppings for Serving:
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa or Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef, onion, and garlic, cooking until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the tomato sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until melted.
- Lay each tortilla flat and place a generous portion of the beef mixture in the center. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry each chimichanga until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-lined plate.
- Serve warm, topped with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa or Pico de Gallo.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy texture.
- Don’t overfill the tortillas to prevent them from bursting during frying.
- Consider baking the chimichangas instead of frying for a healthier option.
- Experiment with different cheeses for various flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican