Beef Chimichangas Recipe
- 1 lb grnd beef
- 1 pkt Ortega Burrito Dinner Kit - (8) tortillas warmed (flour tortillas, burrito seasoning mix)
- 1 3/4 c. water
- 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese - (4 ounce) Vegetable oil as needed Ortega Salsa Prima Homestyle mild or possibly medium Ortega Green Chile Guacamole (optional)
- Brown beef; drain.
- Stir in burrito seasoning mix and water.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly, for 5 to 6 min or possibly till mix is thickened.
- Place beef mix proportionately on each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese.
- Fold into burritos; secure ends with wooden picks.
- Add in vegetable oil to 1-inch depth in medium skillet; heat over high heat for 3 to 4 min.
- Place 1 or possibly 2 burritos in vegetable oil; fry, turning frequently, for 1 to 2 min or possibly till golden.
- Remove with slotted spoon; drain.
- Repeat with remaining burritos.
- Remove wooden picks.
- Serve with salsa and guacamole.
- This recipe yields 8 servings.
- Comments: Once you've tried these homemade chimichangas you're expectations of these fried burritos will never be the same.
- Crisp and crunchy (not greasy) with a filling bursting with tender beef and savory vegetables.
grnd beef, flour tortillas, water, cheddar cheese
Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/beef-chimichangas-81780 (may not work)