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Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas

Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas are a delicious and satisfying Mexican dish featuring crispy tortillas filled with savory beef and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners or game day snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 500 g 500 g ground beef
  • 1 medium 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) Use your preferred cheese blend.
For the chimichangas
  • 4 large 4 large flour tortillas Flour tortillas are traditional.
  • Vegetable oil for frying Ensure oil is hot enough before frying.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess grease. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
  3. Place a portion of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla. Fold the sides and roll it up tightly.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Fry the chimichangas until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Freeze for longer storage, reheating in the oven for best texture.