Fried Chimichangas Recipe

Name: Fried Chimichangas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. oil; 3/4 lb. hamburger; 1 large chopped onion; 1 large green pepper; 1 clove garlic; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 2 Tbsp. chili powder; 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1/2 c. refried beans; 1 c. shredded Jack cheese; 12 tortilla shells; salsa; guacamole; sour cream

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. oil
3/4 lb. hamburger
1 large chopped onion
1 large green pepper
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 c. refried beans
1 c. shredded Jack cheese
12 tortilla shells
salsa
guacamole
sour cream

1
Lightly brown hamburger; add onion, green pepper and garlic. Cook until onion is soft.
2
Stir in salt, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper and refried beans.
3
Cook until heated through.
4
Fold in cheese, let cool.
5
Place 1/4 filling in center of each shell. Fold one edge over filling, then fold in sides.
6
Starting from folded edge, roll up and secure with a toothpick (wooden).
7
Pour oil in frying pan over medium heat.
8
Add chimichangas and fry; turn.
9
Cook until golden brown on all sides.
10
Drain on paper towels.
11
Spoon salsa, guacamole, sour cream, etc. on chimis.
12
Ready to eat.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. oil, 3/4 lb. hamburger, 1 large chopped onion, 1 large green pepper, and more.

Yes, Fried 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.

Fried Chimichangas

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