Pedazos Recipe
Great to Share! Quesadilla wedges filled with Shredded Beef, Green Chili, Red Chili & Shredded Chicken. Served with Spicy Mexicali Relish.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Filling
Spicy Mexicali Relish
Method
Prepare Quesadilla Filling
- 1
Cook the Meats
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the shredded beef and shredded chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy at the edges. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Combine Filling
In a large bowl, combine the beef, chicken, and cooked chilis with shredded cheese. Mix until well combined.
Assemble and Cook Quesadillas
- 4
Prepare Tortillas
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Take one tortilla and place a generous amount of the filling mixture on one half of the tortilla.
- 5
Fold and Cook
Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- 6
Cut into Wedges
Once cooked, remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it rest for a minute. Cut each quesadilla into wedges.
Prepare Spicy Mexicali Relish
- 7
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice. Stir until well mixed.
- 8
Season the Relish
Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix again and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve
- 9
Plating
Arrange the quesadilla wedges on a serving platter and serve with a generous amount of Spicy Mexicali Relish on the side.
