Cheesy Beef Chimichangas Fiesta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
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500 g lean ground beef
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150 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
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6 large flour tortillas (approximately 25 cm diameter)
→ Cooking
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Vegetable oil, for frying
# Instructions:
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Dice the medium onion and mince the garlic cloves.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and golden, about 8 minutes.
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Add minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet. Break up the beef with a spoon and cook until browned and fully cooked through.
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Sprinkle ground cumin and chili powder over the beef mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir to combine. Remove skillet from heat.
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Stir shredded cheddar cheese into the hot beef mixture until fully melted and evenly distributed.
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Lay out flour tortillas. Spoon equal portions of the beef and cheese filling into the centre of each tortilla. Fold in the sides and tightly roll up to enclose the filling.
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Heat enough vegetable oil in a clean skillet to a depth of about 2 cm, bringing the temperature to 175°C. Place chimichangas seam-side down into the hot oil. Fry, turning with tongs, until golden brown and crispy on all sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
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Remove chimichangas from the oil and place them on a plate lined with kitchen paper to drain excess oil. Serve immediately, accompanied by preferred toppings such as salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or pico de gallo.
# Notes:
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Avoid overfilling tortillas to prevent bursting during frying. Ensure oil reaches 175°C before adding chimichangas for optimal crispiness.
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Chimichangas can also be baked at 200°C or cooked in an air fryer for a lighter option.
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Substitute ground beef with shredded chicken or turkey for variety. Different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack may also be used.