Jun 08 2026
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Mexican Quesadillas Recipe

Inspired by Mexico City
Time20m
Serves2

Two in the order special homemade corn tortillas, stuffed with lettuce, Mexican cream, white cheese. Green or red hot sauce.

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Ingredients

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Quesadilla Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tortillas

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. Cook the corn tortillas one at a time for about 30 seconds on each side until they are warm and pliable.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Quesadillas

    Spread a layer of Mexican cream on one half of each tortilla. Add a generous amount of lettuce and sprinkle white cheese on top. If desired, drizzle green or red hot sauce over the cheese.

  3. 3

    Cook the Quesadillas

    Fold the tortillas in half to create a half-moon shape. Place them back in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden brown.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove from the skillet, slice into wedges, and serve hot with extra hot sauce on the side.

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