Description
These fusion quesadillas combine seared ground beef with melted cheese, folding the crispy, savory elements of a Smashburger into a portable handheld dish. Ready in 20 minutes with pantry staples.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
4 large flour tortillas (burrito-sized)
1 cup cheddar or American cheese (freshly shredded)
1 tsp fine sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Heat a large cast-iron griddle or skillet to high heat
Spoon 1/3 cup beef onto each tortilla, smashing flat with a spatula
Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese and seasonings over each patty
Fold tortillas in half, pressing edges to seal
Cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy
Let rest 2 minutes before slicing
Notes
Use a tortilla press for even shaping
Add toppings like pickled jalapeños or tomato relish before folding
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days
Reheat in a dry skillet for best texture
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Easy Tacos Recipes for Every Craving
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American-Mexican Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg