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prep time
20 min
cook time
30 min
ready time
50 min
Keto Air Fryer Beef Chimichanga
Our Keto air fryer chimichanga is made with a delicious beef filling and a tomato-based sauce. The filling is spiced with chili powder, ground cumin, coriander, and paprika. We kept this recipe family-friendly and didn’t add any “spicy” ingredients, so feel free to add ground cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes if you want to heat it up! The filling is placed into a Keto tortilla wrapped tightly, and then placed in a preheated air fryer. The chimichangas are cooked until crisp and golden brown on the outside. You will love how easy these are to make!
Do I have to use wheat-based tortillas?
No, while wheat and gluten are prohibited in some Keto circles, it is ok occasionally as a treat if gluten is not an issue for you. We used wheat-based tortillas because it browns and crisps the best in the air fryer. It is also stretchy and flexible, holding the filling well without leaking. Feel free to use an almond flour-based tortilla just be aware that some have a higher carb count. Be sure to find tortillas made with olive oil versus soybean oil or canola oil.
Can you freeze Keto chimichangas?
If using wheat-based tortillas, these chimichangas freeze very well. When you are ready to consume one, remove it from the freezer and microwave it until halfway heated. Then place it back into the air fryer at 400 F to crisp up and cook it all the way through.
What can I substitute for the avocado oil if I do not have any?
You can substitute the avocado oil for any Keto-friendly fat like tallow, lard, duck fat, or coconut oil.
To make the ultimate pairing, serve this with Keto recipes like our Keto Avocado Cucumber Salad to make for a delicious side salad alongside the beef chimichangas.
Net Carbs
4 g
Fiber
6.2 g
Total Carbs
10.3 g
Protein
34.8 g
Fats
35 g
470 cals
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Ingredients
Hamburger or ground beef, 85% lean
1 lb
Coarse Kosher Salt
1 tsp
Granulated Garlic
1 tsp
Tomato sauce
1 cup
Chili powder
1 tsp
Coriander Seed Ground Dried
0.5 tsp
Paprika
0.5 tsp
Mexican blend cheese
1 cup, grated
Keto Tortilla
5 tortilla
Avocado oil
0.25 cup
Sour cream
5 tbsp
Tomato
0.25 cup, sliced
Recipe Steps
steps 5
50 min
Step 1
Place the raw ground beef in a large preheated skillet. If you are using a higher percent fat beef as we have, there is no need to add any oil to the pan. Cook the beef on medium-high heat, breaking the meat up with a spoon. Season with 1 tsp kosher salt and granulated garlic. Cook until it is no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat and discard.Step 2
Next, you will want to add the tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, coriander powder, and paprika to the beef. Cook the beef until the spices and tomato sauce have glazed the meat, about 2-3 minutes.Step 3
Place one tortilla down on a plate and fill with the beef mixture. Top with two tablespoons of shredded Mexican cheese. Fold in the sides and then roll the tortilla into a tight roll. Repeat with remaining filling and tortillas. You should be able to make about 5 tortillas.Step 4
Add the avocado oil to the air fryer. Preheat avocado oil for 3 minutes at 375 F. Then place two chimichangas into the air fryer at 400 F for 15 minutes for the first side.Step 5
Flip and cook for another 10 minutes until the chimichanga is cooked and crispy on the outside. Repeat with the remaining chimichangas. Serve with a tablespoon of sour cream on each chimichanga and sliced cherry tomatoes. Top with more shredded cheese as desired.
