Crispy Beef and Cheese Chimichangas

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

6 large flour tortillas

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetable oil for frying

Steps

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until golden brown.

Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.

Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Remove from heat; blend in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.

Spoon the beef-cheese mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, tucking in the ends.

Fry chimichangas seam-side down in hot oil until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).

Drain on paper towels; serve hot with salsa or guacamole.

Required Tools

  • Large skillet
  • Paper towels

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