Chimichangas Recipe

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Chimichangas
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  1. In a skillet, melt bacon grease over medium heat. Saute meat, onion, garlic, tomatoes, chilies and potatoes until the onion softens. Add salt, oregano, chili powder and cilantro; simmer 2-3 minutes. Place a scant 1/2 cup meat filling on each tortilla. Fold, envelope-style, like a burrito. Fry, seam side down, in 1/2 in. of hot oil. (360°-375°) until crispy and brown. Turn and brown other side. Drain briefly on a paper towel. Place on a serving plate and top with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, guacamole and salsa. Place shredded lettuce next to chimichanga and top with tomatoes and olives. Serve immediately. Yield: 12 servings.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 235.89 Kcal (988 kJ)
Calories from fat 87.91 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.77g 15%
Cholesterol 36.81mg 12%
Sodium 397.38mg 17%
Potassium 297.16mg 6%
Total Carbs 22.73g 8%
Sugars 2.01g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2.04g 8%
Protein 14.14g 28%
Vitamin C 16.8mg 28%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 4%
Iron 2.1mg 11%
Calcium 32.9mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 189.74 Kcal (794 kJ)
Calories from fat 70.71 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.86g 15%
Cholesterol 29.61mg 12%
Sodium 319.63mg 17%
Potassium 239.02mg 6%
Total Carbs 18.29g 8%
Sugars 1.62g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1.64g 8%
Protein 11.38g 28%
Vitamin C 13.5mg 28%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 4%
Iron 1.7mg 11%
Calcium 26.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.1
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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