shrimp chimichangas
My husband and I used to always order these at a restaurant so I came up with a recipe to make them at home. They are so tasty that we rarely go out for Mexican any more!
prep time
20 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
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yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1/3 pound shrimp
- - taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can whole pinto beans, drained
- 4 - large/burrito size flour tortillas
- - vegetable oil
How To Make shrimp chimichangas
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Step 1If necessary, devein and remove shells from shrimp. Chop shrimp into small pieces and sauté in a little oil. Turn burner low and add enough taco seasoning to coat shrimp. Remove from heat when finished cooking.
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Step 2Heat up pinto beans and steam tortillas in microwave by layering a damp paper towel between tortillas.
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Step 3Fill tortillas with a scoop of shrimp, beans and cheese and roll using picture I posted.
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Step 4Heat up ½ inch of oil in a pan big enough for all the chimis to fit in the bottom. Test oil with a little piece of tortilla, when it starts frying immediately, it’s ready.
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Step 5Place each chimi in oil, seam side down, and swirl each one around a little when you first set it in the pan to keep it from sticking. Slowly turn chimis until they are golden brown and crispy.
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Step 6Serve hot with sour cream, guacamole and Spanish rice. *I like to make my chimis with a little of the Spanish rice in them.
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