Description
Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas are a delightful fusion of savory ground beef and gooey cheddar cheese, all enveloped in a perfectly crispy tortilla. Ideal for game nights or cozy family dinners, these chimichangas promise a satisfying crunch and an explosion of flavor in every bite. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can bring the warmth of homemade cooking to your table, leaving everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until translucent.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Lay out tortillas, fill each with the beef mixture and shredded cheese. Roll tightly and seal edges with water.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chimichangas seam-side down until golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg