Description
Deliciously crispy and cheesy beef chimichangas, perfect for family gatherings and a taste of nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for brushing/frying)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, add your ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion becomes translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if desired.
- Season It Up: Sprinkle in taco seasoning, then add salsa and refried beans. Mix until combined and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Prepare the Tortillas: Lay out tortillas and soften in the microwave for 15-20 seconds if needed.
- Stuff the Tortillas: Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla, keeping it toward the center. Top with shredded cheese.
- Roll ‘Em Up: Fold sides over the filling then roll tightly from the bottom. Brush with vegetable oil.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Fry chimichangas seam-side down until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Let Them Rest: Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Notes
For healthier options, consider baking instead of frying. You can also customize fillings based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chimichangas, beef chimichangas, Mexican food, comfort food, easy dinner