Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 mild onion
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 can stewed tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 (4 oz.) can green chilies
  • 12 flour tortillas
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • condiment choices (salsa, guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, cheese and tomatoes)

Method

  • In a skillet, brown beef, onion and garlic.
  • Drain liquid. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper, oregano and chilies.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes or until most of liquid evaporates.
  • Place 3 tablespoons of meat mixture on each tortilla; roll to make a cylinder.
  • Secure with a wooden pick.
  • Deep fry chimichangas in 375° fat until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Keep warm in 350° oven. Serve with condiments.