Crispy Beef & Cheesy Chimichangas

• totale tijd: 10 minutes

Ingrediënten

For the Chimichangas:

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup salsa or diced tomatoes

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)

6 large flour tortillas

2 tablespoons oil for brushing or frying

Optional Toppings:

Fresh cilantro

Sour cream

Salsa

Tomatoes

Guacamole

Instructies

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess grease. Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Stir in the salsa (or tomatoes) and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable (10-15 seconds in the microwave).

Place about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.

Fold the sides in, then roll the tortilla tightly to form a burrito shape.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the chimichangas seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

Garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.