Description
Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas are a delicious Tex-Mex favorite that combines seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and spices, all wrapped in a golden, crispy tortilla. Perfect for any occasion, these chimichangas are sure to impress your family and friends with their delightful crunch and mouthwatering flavor. Serve them hot with your favorite toppings like salsa or guacamole for an unforgettable meal that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess grease.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; simmer briefly to meld flavors.
- Lay tortillas flat; spoon beef mixture and sprinkle cheese down the center of each tortilla.
- Roll tortillas tightly, folding in ends to secure filling.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; fry chimichangas seam-side down until golden brown on all sides.
- Drain on paper towels before serving with preferred toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (107g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg