Once you've tried these homemade chimichangas you're expectations of these fried burritos will never be the same. Crisp and crunchy (not greasy) with a filling bursting with tender beef and savory vegetables.

1 lb. ground beef
1 pkg. (8) ORTEGA Burrito Dinner Kit (flour tortillas, burrito seasoning mix), tortillas warmed
1 3/4 cups water
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetable oil
ORTEGA Salsa Prima- Homestyle Mild or Medium
ORTEGA Green Chile Guacamole (optional)


BROWN beef; drain. Stir in burrito seasoning mix and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly, for 5 to 6 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Place beef mixture evenly on each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Fold into burritos; secure ends with wooden picks.

ADD vegetable oil to 1-inch depth in medium skillet; heat over high heat for 3 to 4 minutes.

PLACE 1 or 2 burritos in vegetable oil; fry, turning frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain. Repeat with remaining burritos. Remove wooden picks. Serve with salsa and guacamole.

Makes 8 servings

This recipe used with permission from Ortega and www.ortega.com.