Black Bean, Green Chile and Caramelized Red Onion Chimichanga

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • 1 flour tortilla
  • Sour cream
  • Extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • Black beans, rinsed and drained
  • Whole green chiles (I used canned)
  • Green onions, diced (divided)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (divided)
  • Salsa Verde
  • Guacamole
  • Cotija cheese, finely grated

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the red onions and sauté, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes or until caramelized. Season onions with sea salt to taste and set aside. 

Heat a grill pan over medium heat then coat with cooking spray. 

Layer the flour tortilla with sour cream, sharp cheese, black beans, caramelized onions, green chiles, a bit of salsa verde, green onions, and cilantro (reserving a little of each for the garnish); fold in the sides of the tortilla then roll. 

Place in the grill pan or skillet, seam side down for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. 

Flip over and grill the other side for an additional 4-5 minutes. 

Serve with fresh guacamole, remaining green onions, cilantro, and cotija cheese if desired. Enjoy.