Description
These Crispy Beef & Cheese Chimichangas are a Tex-Mex delight, featuring a flavorful beef and cheese filling wrapped in golden tortillas and drizzled with a smoky chipotle cream. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g (1 lb) Ground Beef: Lean halal ground beef recommended.
- 5ml (1 tsp) Olive Oil: For browning the beef.
- 150g (1 cup) Onion, Diced: Finely diced for even cooking.
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced: Freshly minced for best flavor.
- 5g (1 tsp) Ground Cumin: Adds warm, earthy flavor.
- 5g (1 tsp) Smoked Paprika: For smoky depth.
- 1g (½ tsp) Chili Powder: Adjust to your spice preference.
- Salt and Pepper to Taste: Essential seasonings.
- 150g (5 oz) Cheddar Cheese, Shredded: Sharp cheddar for bold flavor.
- 150g (5 oz) Monterey Jack Cheese, Shredded: For creamy melting.
- 4 Large Flour Tortillas (30cm / 12-inch): Soft and pliable.
- 120ml (½ cup) Sour Cream: Full-fat recommended.
- 30ml (2 tbsp) Chipotle Adobo Sauce: Alcohol-free.
- 15ml (1 tbsp) Lime Juice: Brightens the chipotle cream.
- 30g (2 tbsp) Cilantro, Chopped: Freshly chopped.
- 30g (2 tbsp) Pumpkin Seeds: Toasted for garnish.
- 2L (8 cups) Vegetable Oil: For frying.
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Cook ground beef in olive oil until browned (5-6 minutes).
- Sauté Aromatics: Add onion and garlic; cook until softened (3 minutes).
- Spice the Beef: Stir in cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cool the Filling: Let beef mixture cool slightly.
- Combine Cheeses: Mix cheddar and Monterey Jack.
- Make Chipotle Cream: Whisk sour cream, adobo sauce, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Assemble Chimichangas: Spread cream, beef, and cheese on tortillas; roll tightly.
- Fry to Golden: Fry chimichangas in hot oil (180°C / 350°F) until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain and Finish: Drain on paper towels; drizzle with chipotle cream.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and cilantro; serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure the chimichangas are tightly rolled and the oil is at the correct temperature. Consider serving with Mexican rice and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Mexican
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: chimichanga, beef, cheese, tex-mex, chipotle, frying, mexican, comfort food, easy