Mexican Meat Mix (to go with Chimichangas)

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1
Mexican Meat Mix for Chimichangas
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 lbs beef roast ( or combination of beef and pork roasts )
3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
3 onions , chopped
1 can of chopped green chili
1 can green chili salsa
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons flour
4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
480
Sugar
2g
Fat
29g
Mexican meat mix is a versatile dish that can be used in various Mexican dishes such as chimichangas, tacos, and burritos. This dish is a combination of beef roast and pork roast cooked with onions, green chili, and green chili salsa. It is then seasoned with garlic powder, flour, salt, and cumin, giving it a savory flavor. This dish can be made in large batches, making it perfect for meal prepping or family dinners. With its high protein content and flavorful seasoning, this Mexican meat mix recipe is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a large skillet, heat the shortening and brown the beef roast with the onions until golden brown.
3.Add the green chili, green chili salsa, garlic powder, flour, salt, and cumin.
4.Stir the mixture well, and transfer to a large baking dish.
5.Cover the baking dish with foil, and bake for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender and fully cooked.
6.Remove the foil, and continue to bake for an additional 20-30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Let cool before serving.

PROS

This Mexican Meat Mix is perfect for Chimichangas or other Mexican dishes.
It is delicious and easy to make.

Great for meal prepping and family dinner time.

CONS

The meat mix may take some time to cook, but it is well worth the wait.

The beef and pork combination can be high in fat and calories.
To make the recipe healthier, use all beef or substitute with lean meats such as chicken or turkey.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This meat mix is full of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle and tissue in the body.
The green chilies in this recipe are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, which have been shown to help with immunity and reducing inflammation in the body.

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