Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheese Beef Quesadilla, a perfect dish for any occasion. This recipe showcases seasoned ground beef and a melty blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Whether you’re preparing a quick lunch, cooking for family dinner, or hosting a party, these quesadillas are sure to impress. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, you’ll enjoy both the cooking process and the satisfying taste. Serve them with fresh salsa or creamy guacamole for an added touch that enhances every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground beef
- ½ Onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp Tomato Paste
- ½ tsp Cumin Powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- 1½ cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 1½ cup Cheddar Cheese
- 8 Flour Tortillas
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Add ground beef; cook until slightly brown. Stir in tomato paste, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- On one half of each tortilla, layer mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, cooked beef mixture, more cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Fold the tortilla in half.
- In the skillet over medium-low heat, add oil and place the folded quesadilla. Cook until browned and crispy on both sides (about 3 minutes each side).
- Cut into wedges and serve immediately with salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg