Crispy Beef Cheese Chimichangas (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp chili powder
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1/2 tsp cumin
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
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6 large flour tortillas
→ Additional Ingredients
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Oil, for frying or brushing if baking or air frying
# Instructions:
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess grease. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and salsa. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
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Spoon beef mixture into the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly like a burrito.
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Pan-fry: Heat oil in a skillet and fry chimichangas seam-side down until golden on all sides. Bake: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F), brush with oil, and bake for 15 to 18 minutes until crisp. Air fry: Brush with oil and air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Top with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or your favorite toppings.