Carne Asada Quesadilla Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

grilled steak, oaxaca cheese, onion, cilantro, crema, salsa verde, rice & beans

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Ingredients

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1
Marinate the Steak
In a bowl, combine flank steak with salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings you prefer. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2
Prepare the Vegetables
Finely chop the onion and roughly chop the cilantro. Set aside.
3
Cook the Steak
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated steak for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.

4
Layer the Quesadilla
On one half of each tortilla, layer the Oaxaca cheese, sliced steak, onion, and cilantro. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
5
Cook the Quesadilla
In a skillet over medium heat, add a little oil and place the folded quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

6
Plate and Serve
Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve with crema, salsa verde, cooked rice, and refried beans on the side.