Quesadillas - Melted cheese, folded tortillas
- 8 flour tortillas (medium-sized)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Salsa (for serving)
- Guacamole (optional, for serving)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Cheesy Beef Quesadillas are a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired dish that features crispy tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef and a generous amount of melted cheese. This delicious meal comes together with a simple mixture of cooked ground beef, flavored with cumin, chili powder, and other traditional Mexican spices. The beef is then layered between two tortillas along with a blend of cheeses, such as cheddar and Monterey Jack, and cooked on a griddle or skillet until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is irresistibly gooey. The quesadillas are typically cut into wedges and served with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole, making them a perfect choice for a quick dinner, game day snack, or party appetizer. Description by ChatGPT.
Welcome to ArnieTex's kitchen, where today I'm excited to share with you not one, but three different recipes for the classic Mexican dish - quesadillas! We all love quesadillas for their satisfying crunch and gooey cheese, but today I'm taking it up a notch. From your traditional cheese-packed quesadilla to a tantalizing ham-filled sincronizada, we're exploring flavors that will excite your tastebuds and have you coming back for more. So, let's turn up the heat and dive into these delectable recipes!
Ingredients:
- Corn tortillas
- Flour tortillas
- Canola or vegetable oil (for greasing the griddle)
- White Oaxaca cheese, shredded
- Longhorn-style cheddar cheese, shredded
- Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
- Guacamole (for serving)
- Salsa Verde (for serving)
- Sliced ham (for Sincronizada)
- Lettuce (shredded, for Sincronizada)
- Tomato (sliced, for Sincronizada)
Instructions:
1. For the first quesadilla, drizzle a little bit of oil on your preheated griddle and place two corn tortillas to begin heating up. Flip them to get a bit of oil on both sides.
2. Sprinkle Oaxaca cheese generously onto one half of each tortilla, making sure to spread it evenly.
3. Fold the tortillas in half over the cheese to create a half-moon shape and press them down with a spatula or quesadilla press.
4. Cook until the cheese is melted and the tortillas have a golden brown crust, usually about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the griddle and let them rest momentarily before serving.
5. Serve with a side of guacamole and salsa verde for dipping.
6. To create the Sincronizada, lay a flour tortilla on the griddle and layer it with sliced ham, shredded lettuce, and tomato slices.
7. Place another flour tortilla on top, press gently, and cook until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy, flipping once to ensure even cooking.
8. Remove from the griddle, cut into triangles, and enjoy hot.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes per quesadilla
Total Time: 15 minutes
Equipment: Griddle, spatula or quesadilla press
Cooking Tips:
- Make sure the griddle is hot before you start cooking for that perfect crunch.
- Choose your cheese according to your taste; Oaxaca cheese is traditional in Mexico, but feel free to experiment.
- Don't be afraid to add your favorite fillings; quesadillas are versatile!
Servings: This recipe serves 4-6 people, perfect for a small fiesta or family dinner.
Don't forget to check out ArnieTex on their YouTube channel for more delicious recipes and cooking inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/@ArnieTex.
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