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Beef chimichanga

Shredded beef and cheese burritos fried crisp, smothered in red sauce, sour cream and guacamole.

Time
45min
Steps
4
Beef chimichanga, photographed from above

Ingredients

4 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk and wheat.

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    You'll need: Deep pot for frying.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Simmer beef with 120 ml of the sauce and cumin until coated.

    2. 2

      Fill tortillas with beef and cheese, fold into tight packets and secure with toothpicks.

    3. 3

      Fry seam-side down in 2.5 cm of 180°C (350°F) oil until golden, 2 minutes a side.

    4. 4

      Top with warm sauce and serve with sour cream, guacamole, pico and lettuce.

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