Quesadillas are a staple of Mexican cuisine, and for good reason. They are easy to make, customizable to your liking, and absolutely delicious. Quesadilla Mexicana is a classic version of this dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
This recipe calls for simple ingredients that you can easily find at your local grocery store. The key to a great quesadilla is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. For the tortillas, I recommend using flour tortillas or corn tortillas. Flour tortillas are a bit more pliable, while corn tortillas have a more rustic flavor.
Quesadillas are a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. With so many different ways to customize them, there is sure to be a quesadilla recipe that everyone will love. So get in the kitchen and start experimenting!
Ingredients
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Sour cream guacamole, and salsa, for serving
Instructions
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
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Add the onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes more.
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Divide the beef mixture among the tortillas.
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Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro.
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Fold the tortillas in half and cook in a hot skillet over medium heat until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
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Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Notes
For a spicier quesadilla, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
If you don’t have ground beef, you can use ground chicken or turkey.
You can also add other vegetables to the quesadilla, such as black beans, corn, or mushrooms.
For a vegetarian quesadilla, omit the beef and use beans or vegetables as the filling.
Quesadillas are a great way to use up leftovers. Get creative and add whatever you have on hand to the filling.
I hope you enjoy this recipe for Quesadilla Mexicana! Let me know if you have any questions.
