Beef Chimichangas (Printable Version)
Crispy tortillas filled with flavored beef and gooey cheddar cheese. A quick dish that's the perfect comfort food.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef Filling
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped small
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1 pound ground beef, extra lean
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3 minced garlic cloves
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon cumin, ground
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Salt and pepper, add as you like
→ Assembly
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6 soft flour tortillas, large
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1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
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Oil for frying (vegetable works best)
# Steps:
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In a big pan, warm it on medium, then cook the onions until they smell great and turn golden, about 5 minutes.
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Toss the meat and garlic into the pan. Stir it around until the beef turns brown and there's no pink left, crumbling it up as you go.
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Throw in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir it all together for a minute so the spices release their flavor.
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Turn off the heat and stir in the cheese until it's gooey and well combined with the beef blend.
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Pop the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds or warm them in a clean dry pan until they're soft and easy to roll.
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Place a third of a cup of the beef-cheese mix in the middle of each tortilla. Tightly roll them up, folding the edges inward for a snug roll.
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Fill a deep pan with oil about 2 inches deep and heat it to 350°F. Check the temperature with a thermometer or drop in a bit of tortilla—it should sizzle right away.
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With care, set the filled tortillas in the hot oil seam-down. Fry for 3 minutes per side until they're golden and crunchy.
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Remove from the oil, let them drain on paper towels for a few seconds, and serve warm with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.
# Notes:
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Keep the oil at 350°F so everything fries up super crispy.
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Try not to overfill tortillas or they might crack open while frying.
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You can wrap them up earlier and fry them fresh when ready to eat.
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Pair them with things like rice, beans, or a crisp salad to round out your meal.