Chow Down Chimichangas

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 4
Chow Down Chimichangas for a filling and flavorful meal
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

6-8 hours (slow cooker) + 30 min (oven)

Ready In

7-9 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs beef stew meat
1/2 cup water
2 garlic cloves , minced
4 ounces chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
12 flour tortillas
prepared green chili sauce ( Chile Verde Con Cerdo ( Green Chili With Pork ) )
shredded lettuce
sour cream
guacamole

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
569
Sugar
4g
Fat
24g
Chimichangas are a popular Mexican dish that originated in Arizona, USA. They are essentially deep-fried burritos that are typically filled with meat, beans, cheese, and other ingredients. This recipe uses beef stew meat that is slow-cooked with flavorful spices and green chilies to create a filling and flavorful filling. The chimichangas are then baked in the oven until crispy and golden brown. The toppings of lettuce, sour cream, and guacamole add some freshness and creaminess to the dish. This recipe is a great way to try your hand at making chimichangas at home, and the slow cooker makes it easy to create tender and flavorful beef without much effort.

Instructions

1.In a slow cooker, combine the beef stew meat, water, garlic, green chilies, chili powder, vinegar, oregano, salt, pepper, and cumin. Mix well.
2.Cook the beef on low for 6-8 hours, until it is tender.
3.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Wrap each tortilla in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds, until soft.
4.Spoon some of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, add a spoonful of green chili sauce, and roll tightly.
5.Place the rolled chimichangas on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until crispy and lightly browned.
6.Serve hot with shredded lettuce, sour cream, and guacamole.

PROS

Chimichangas are a delicious and filling meal that can be customized to your liking with different fillings and toppings.

This recipe uses beef, which is a good source of protein, iron, and other essential nutrients.

The slow cooker makes the beef tender and flavorful without any additional effort.

Baking the chimichangas instead of frying them makes them slightly healthier without compromising on flavor.

CONS

This recipe contains quite a few ingredients and requires some prep work, but the effort is well worth it for the final result.

Chimichangas are a high-calorie meal and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, zinc, and other important nutrients.
The green chilies in this recipe add flavor without adding too many calories or fat.
Guacamole is a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins.
Using the slow cooker to cook the beef makes it tender without adding any additional fat.
Baking the chimichangas instead of frying them reduces the amount of oil used and makes them slightly healthier.

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