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Simple Chimichangas Recipe

A crispy, golden-brown chimichangas filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese, served on a white plate.
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A straightforward recipe for making crispy, deep-fried or baked chimichangas filled with seasoned ground beef.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (or cooking spray for baking)
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole

Instructions

  1. Cook the ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces slightly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Lay a tortilla flat. Place about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture and 1 tablespoon of cheese near one edge.
  4. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the filling. Roll the tortilla tightly from the bottom edge to create a sealed cylinder. Secure with toothpicks if necessary. Repeat with remaining filling and tortillas.
  5. For frying: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place chimichangas in the hot oil, seam-side down first. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the chimichangas with cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp.
  7. Remove toothpicks before serving. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground beef with shredded chicken or beans for a different filling.
  • If baking, spray both sides of the tortilla well to help it crisp up.
  • Make sure the filling is not too wet before rolling the tortillas, or they may tear.

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