Pastor Quesadilla Recipe
Adobo pork, pineapple, jalapenos, jack cheese, served with pico de gallo, salsa La Puerta, topped with cilantro
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Ingredients
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Pork Marinade
Quesadilla Assembly
Salsas
Method
Pork Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Pork
In a bowl, combine the pork shoulder with adobo sauce, pineapple chunks, and sliced jalapenos. Cover and let marinate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
- 2
Quesadilla Assembly
- 3
Assemble Quesadillas
On half of each flour tortilla, layer with shredded jack cheese, sliced pork, and some chopped cilantro. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
- 4
Cook Quesadillas
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before slicing.
Serving
- 5
Serve with Salsas
Serve the quesadillas warm with pico de gallo and salsa La Puerta on the side. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.