Quesadillas Recipe
Grilled cheese-filled tortillas with your choice of meat.
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Ingredients
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Tortillas
Cheese
Meat (Optional)
Vegetables (Optional)
Seasoning
Cooking Oil
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Ingredients
Gather all ingredients. If using meat, ensure it is cooked and shredded or crumbled as needed. Dice the bell peppers and onion, and slice the jalapeños.
- 2
Mix Seasoning
In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Cooking
- 3
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
- 5
Add Meat and Seasoning
If using meat, add the shredded chicken, ground beef, or crumbled chorizo to the skillet along with the mixed seasoning. Stir to combine and cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- 6
Assemble Quesadillas
On one half of each tortilla, layer a mixture of cheese, the cooked meat and vegetable mixture, and jalapeños (if using). Fold the tortillas in half.
- 7
Cook Quesadillas
In the same skillet, place the folded quesadillas. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serving
- 8
Slice and Serve
Remove the quesadillas from the skillet, slice them into wedges, and serve hot with salsa or sour cream if desired.