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Beef quesadilla

Dinner | Mexican

Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 15 min Servings: 1

Crispy, golden tortilla stuffed with spiced beef, melted cheese, and a touch of capsicum. It’s pan-fried until crunchy and served with fresh pico de gallo for a zesty kick. Think of it as a toasted sandwich, but way better!

Beef quesadilla

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tsp oil in a large frying pan on medium high.
  2. Cook capsicum, half the onion and garlic, tossing for 2-3 mins, until softened.
  3. Add mince, breaking up with the back of a wooden spoon. Cook for 3-4 mins, until browned.
  4. Stir in paprika, cumin, coriander and oregano. Cook for 1 min, until fragrant.
  5. Transfer beef mixture to a bowl and wipe out the pan.
  6. Add another tsp oil to the pan on medium heat. Add 1 tortilla, top with some of the mince and the cheese.
  7. Fold over tortilla to enclose and cook for 1-2 mins each side until dark golden brown and cheese is melted.
  8. Repeat with remaining tortillas and mixture.
  9. For the pico de gallo, combine tomato, chilli, onion and lime juice in a small bowl. Season with salt.
  10. Serve tortillas cut into wedges with pico de gallo salsa and lime wedges.