Quesadilla de Maiz recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsLa Fonda RestaurantQuesadilla De Maiz Recipe

Quesadilla De Maiz Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

Order of Two Quesadillas made with home made tortillas. Filled with choice of meat and Oaxaca Cheese.

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Ingredients

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For the Homemade Tortillas

Method

To Make the Homemade Tortillas

  1. 1

    Mix the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine the masa harina and salt. Gradually add the water, mixing with your hands until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add more water, one tablespoon at a time.

  2. 2

    Divide the Dough

    Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Cover with a damp cloth to keep them moist.

  3. 3

    Roll Out the Tortillas

    Using a tortilla press or a rolling pin, flatten each ball between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper to form a thin tortilla.

  4. 4

    Cook the Tortillas

    Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until lightly browned and cooked through. Keep warm in a towel.

To Assemble the Quesadillas

  1. 5

    Prepare the Filling

    Shred the Oaxaca cheese and set aside. If using cooked meat, ensure it is diced or shredded into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In the same skillet, add the vegetable oil and heat over medium heat.

  3. 7

    Assemble the Quesadilla

    Place one tortilla in the skillet, add a layer of Oaxaca cheese and the cooked meat on one half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.

  4. 8

    Cook the Quesadilla

    Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown. Remove from skillet and repeat with the second tortilla.

  5. 9

    Serve

    Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve hot with your favorite salsa or guacamole.

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