Chimichangas
This delicious all-star recipe has been a family favorite since the first time I made it. I hope you love it as much as we do!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¾ cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 4 ounce can chopped green chiles
- Vegetable oil for frying about 1/2 to 1 cup
- 12 large flour tortillas
Optional condiments
- Salsa
- Queso fresco
- Pico de gallo
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Avocado
- Guacamole
- Chopped scallions
- Shredded lettuce
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown beef with onion and garlic for about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper, oregano, and chiles. Simmer 20 minutes longer.
- Preheat oil to 375°F.
- Lay out tortillas; place 1/3 cup meat mixture on each. Roll to make cylinders, folding in sides to contain filling. Fasten with wood picks.
- Fry chimichangas one minute on each side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Remove picks and serve with your choice of condiments.
Notes
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