Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas
Golden, crispy flour tortillas stuffed with juicy spiced beef and melty cheddar cheese these homemade chimichangas are the ultimate lunch upgrade when you're tired of the usual sandwich or rice bowl.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the Chimichangas:
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook diced onions for 3–4 minutes until golden.
- Add minced garlic and ground beef. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer 1–2 minutes. Fold in cheddar until melted.
- Spoon 2–3 tbsp of filling onto each tortilla. Fold in sides, then roll up tightly like a burrito.
- Heat ½ inch oil in a skillet over medium. Fry chimichangas seam-side down for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer to paper towels. Serve hot with salsa, guac, or sour cream.