Description
Delicious taco quesadillas combining seasoned beef and melty cheese in crisp tortillas, perfect for any night.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (leaner beef means less draining)
- 1 cup string cheese, shredded (mozzarella-style melt; any melty cheese works)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup salsa (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the pan: In a separate skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Assemble: Lay one corn tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle shredded cheese over one half of the tortilla. Add a portion of cooked beef on top of the cheese. (If using salsa inside, add a small spoonful.)
- Fold and cook: Fold the tortilla over to make a half-moon. Cook 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until crisp and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat: Continue with remaining tortillas, adding more oil if the pan gets dry.
- Serve: Let each quesadilla rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve with salsa if desired.
Notes
For best results, avoid overstuffing to prevent cracking. Serve with dipping sauces like salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican