Golden Fried Fajitas and Burritos!

The other week we made fajitas. Simple right?

WRONG!    :-0

My husband had this wonderful idea of frying the outside of our burritos instead of just heating them in the microwave! I never want to eat a burrito any other way ever again. It is similar to a chimichanga. But it is a beccamelt chimichanga! And my husband gets all the credit for this one! 

It's easy to do! Plus, it only takes about 10 minutes or so.

What You Need

chicken string, to tie the burrito closed

canola oil 1/4 cup or less--only go for a light fry here not a deep fry.

Fajita/burrito insides

Cheddar cheese

soft tortillas

​Basically if you are using left overs or fresh...just fill a tortilla with whatever it is you have. Add cheese...do not forget the cheese! Wrap it up well, and secure the wrap with the string. Cut off any excess string. A single knot will do it. Make sure the string is flush against the tortilla.  Put 4 small slits in various spots on the wrap. This will allow some heat to escape, but it won't explode.  This way of frying also seems to cook the insides more and makes everything come together. 

Now heat up some canola oil in a pan, keep the heat around a 3 1/2-4, you want it to be hot enough to lightly fry, but not to get too hot. You want a golden brown for this technique. Keep the tortilla in the heated oil until it gets lightly yellowed. Keep the lid on and check every 5 minutes or so. Keep turning until each side is a nice golden brown. Cut off the string and enjoy!! Crispy outside and tender, cheesy, and warm on the inside!