Chimichanga
Chimichanga was invented in the US by El Charro in Tucson, Arizona, USA. There is also a story that a burrito was mistakenly dropped in the frying and Monika Flin shouted “Chimichanga”, and hence this dish was born. Chimichanga also known as Chimi is a fusion burrito of Mexico and America which is prepared with vegetables, meat and spices.
Ingredients
| 6 (12- to 14-inch) tortillas, flour | Beef Hamburger, 1 pound |
| 1 medium chopped Onion | 1/2 cup red chilly sauce or enchilada sauce |
| Salt and black pepper to taste | Vegetable oil |
| Shredded Cheddar cheese, 2 cups | 2 cups of shredded iceberg lettuce |
| 2 cups of chopped green onions | Chopped Tomatoes (optional) |
| Guacamole (optional) | Sliced black olives (optional) |
Instructions
- Microwave tortillas for 7 to 6 seconds per tortilla, wrapped in paper towels.
- Heat a large pan to medium heat and brown the ground beef; lower the heat and let the beef simmer. Add onion, enchilada sauce, chilly, salt, and pepper; sauté for two to three minutes or until onions are transparent.
- Spoon 1/6 of the meat filling into the center of each tortilla. Fold tortillas in half, tucking in the ends to form a fat tube, and fasten with wooden toothpicks. Make only 2 or 3 tortillas at a time, as the tortilla will absorb liquid from the sauce.
- Add at least 4 inches of vegetable oil to a large pot or deep fryer over medium heat. Warm the oil to between 375°F and 400°F.
- In a skillet, fry the chimichangas (one or two at a time) for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Place on serving plates after removing from oil and draining.
- Add Cheddar cheese, lettuce, green onions, and any optional ingredients you like.
- Makes delicious Chimichangas and serves them hot.
Nutritional Value
| Serving | Ingredient | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2.68 oz. | Ground Beef | 207 |
| 28.25 g | Refried Beans | 25 |
| 28.25 g | Onion | 12 |
| 28.25 g | Tomatoes | 5 |
| 28.25 g | Bell Peppers | 8 |
| 0.35 gram | Garlic | 1 |
| 117 g | Flour Tortilla | 380 |
| 11.75 g | Vegetable oil | 104 |
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