Name: Lindo Michoacans Chimichanga Recipe
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground beef or shredded chicken; 1 cup Onion, chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tsp Cumin; 1 tsp Chili powder; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 1 cup Refried beans; 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend); 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 pieces Flour tortillas; 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying); 0.5 cup Sour cream; 0.5 cup Salsa; 0.5 cup Guacamole

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Guacamole

Garlic mayo is a creamy sauce blending mayonnaise with minced garlic, often used to enhance various dishes.

Garlic Mayo

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Ham and Cheese Sandwich

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or shredded chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart as necessary.

Cook the Meat

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Add Vegetables and Spices

Stir in refried beans, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro. Mix well and remove from heat.

Combine with Beans and Cheese

Warm the flour tortillas in a skillet or microwave until they are pliable.

Prepare the Tortillas

Place a portion of the meat and bean mixture in the center of each tortilla. Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and then roll it up tightly from the bottom.

Fill the Tortillas

In a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Heat the Oil

Carefully place the rolled chimichangas in the hot oil, seam side down. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Fry the Chimichangas

Serve the chimichangas hot, topped with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole if desired.

Garnish

Ground beef or shredded chicken

Onion, chopped

Garlic, minced

Cumin

Chili powder

Salt

Black pepper

Refried beans

Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

Fresh cilantro, chopped

Flour tortillas

Vegetable oil (for frying)

Sour cream

Salsa

Chimichanga

Flour tortillas filled with cheese and grilled.

Quesadillas

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Chimichanga Recipe

Ingredients

Chimichanga Filling

Chimichanga Wrapping

Toppings (optional)

Method

Chimichanga Filling Preparation