Beef Chimichangas
Golden fried burritos with a crackly shell giving way to spiced beef, beans, and melty cheese inside.
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can pinto beans
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 tortillas
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup sour cream
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Save this recipeInstructions
- 1
Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and brown them with the ground beef over medium high until no pink remains, about 8 minutes.
- 2
Drain the fat, then stir in the chili powder, cumin, and drained pinto beans, mashing the beans lightly, and cook 3 minutes.
- 3
Warm the tortillas until pliable, then spoon the filling down the center of each and top with cheese.
- 4
Fold in the sides and roll each tortilla tightly into a sealed packet, securing with a toothpick if needed.
- 5
Heat the oil to 350°F in a deep skillet and fry the chimichangas seam side down first, turning once, until deep golden, about 3 minutes per side.
- 6
Drain on paper towels, remove toothpicks, and serve topped with salsa and sour cream.
