Chimichangas Recipe

Name: Chimichangas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon ground red chili pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, undrained; 1 tomatoes, chopped; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons margarine, melted; 8 flour tortillas, warmed (10-inch); salsa (optional); sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground red chili pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, undrained
1 tomatoes, chopped
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons margarine, melted
8 flour tortillas, warmed (10-inch)
salsa (optional)
sour cream (optional)

1
Heat oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Brown ground beef and onion. Drain excess grease.
3
Add red wine vinegar, red chiles, cinnamon, cloves, green chiles, and tomatoes.
4
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
5
Spoon 1/2 cup of the meat mixture into the center of each tortilla.
6
Brush the edges of the tortillas with the beaten egg to seal.
7
Fold the tortillas over the meat mixture to make a square bundle.
8
Brush each chimichanga with melted margarine.
9
Place on non-stick cookie sheet with seam side down.
10
Bake 10-12 minutes until lightly browned and heated through.
11
Top with salsa and sour cream (optional).

1068

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon ground red chili pepper, and more.

Yes, Chimichangas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chimichangas

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