Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of crispy beef and cheese chimichangas! These golden, crunchy delights are filled with seasoned ground beef and gooey cheddar cheese, making them the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for game days or cozy movie nights, this easy-to-make recipe will transport you to family gatherings filled with laughter and joy. Serve them up with salsa or guacamole for an unforgettable flavor experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic powder and cumin; cook until fragrant.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese until it melts slightly.
- Spoon the filling onto each tortilla, fold in sides, and roll tightly like a burrito.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chimichangas seam side down for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (150g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg