Beef and Cheese Chimichangas (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Beef Filling
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp chili powder
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1/2 tsp cumin
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup salsa
→ Tortillas and Assembly
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6 large flour tortillas
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Vegetable oil for frying
→ Serving Options
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Sour cream
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Shredded lettuce
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Extra salsa
# Instructions:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess fat.
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Add garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to season the meat.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in the salsa and shredded cheddar cheese until everything is well combined and the cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
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Warm the tortillas slightly to make them easier to fold.
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Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture into the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly like a burrito.
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Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Carefully place chimichangas seam-side down in the hot oil. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
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Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with sour cream, shredded lettuce, and extra salsa if desired.