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BEEF CHIMICHANGAS

with Verde Sauce

Active Time : 30 minutes
Total Time : 30 minutes
Serves : 4 servings
INGREDIENTS
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 16 ounce jar salsa verde divided
  • 3 teaspoons ground cumin divided
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 10-inch burrito style flour tortillas
  • 1 8 ounce package shredded colby jack cheese
  • 8 toothpicks
  • 2 cups pure vegetable oil
  • - diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, sour cream
DIRECTIONS

In large skillet, cook and crumble beef and onions until browned; drain. In medium microwaveable bowl, combine salsa Verde, 2 teaspoons cumin and ½ teaspoon chili powder.

Stir 1/3 cup Verde sauce, remaining cumin, remaining chili powder and salt into beef. Place ¼ of beef mixture on each tortilla; top with about ½ cup cheese (saving enough for garnish). Roll up tortillas, burrito style, securing with toothpicks.

In large skillet with high sides, heat oil over high heat. When a small piece of tortilla sizzles immediately on contact, carefully place chimichangas into oil; fry, turning frequently, until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).

Remove from oil with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Place on platter. Warm remaining Verde sauce in microwave; pour over chimichangas. Top with remaining cheese. Garnish with tomatoes, onions and sour cream, if desired.