Description
These Spicy Mince Quesadillas are a quick and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish featuring seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy tortillas. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering, they’re easy to prepare and satisfying, combining savory spices and gooey cheese in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 500g ground beef or minced meat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1-2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 200g shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Sour cream or salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook mince mixture: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Then add the ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook the mixture, breaking the meat apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through.
- Assemble quesadillas: Place one flour tortilla flat in the skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle with a generous amount of shredded cheese. Spoon a portion of the cooked mince mixture evenly over the cheese, then sprinkle more cheese on top. Fold the tortilla in half carefully to enclose the filling.
- Cook quesadillas: Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until the tortilla is golden brown and crisp. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
- Repeat and serve: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling. Cut each quesadilla into wedges. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm with sour cream or salsa on the side.
Notes
- You can adjust the chili powder amount to control the spice level.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat tortillas or lean ground beef.
- Shredded cheese choices like cheddar or Monterey Jack work well for melting.
- Fresh cilantro garnish adds a fresh flavor, but it’s optional.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite salsa for extra flavor.
- Ensure the skillet is at medium heat to avoid burning the tortilla before the cheese melts.
