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Ground Beef Quesadillas

Ground Beef Quesadillas
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Ground Beef Quesadillas are a Tex-Mex classic that combines seasoned beef, melty cheese, and crispy tortillas into a quick and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is simple yet packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7 preferred)
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 4 large flour tortillas, burrito-sized
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided

Instructions

  1. Cook the Beef Mixture: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and diced onion, stirring frequently to break apart the meat as it cooks. Once the beef is browned and no longer pink, drain excess grease and return to the pan.
  2. Season the Filling: Stir in chili powder, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and cumin. Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes to develop flavors. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Prepare Quesadillas: Reduce heat to medium-low and melt ½ tablespoon of butter in the skillet. Place one tortilla flat in the pan and sprinkle ½ cup of cheese evenly across its surface. Spread a layer of the beef mixture over half of the tortilla, then top with another layer of cheese.
  4. Fold and Cook: Fold the tortilla in half to form a half-moon shape. Cook until the underside is golden brown and crispy (about 2–3 minutes), then flip and cook the other side until golden brown. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  5. Slice and Serve: Cut each quesadilla into thirds using a knife or pizza cutter. Serve immediately with your favorite sides like guacamole, salsa, or sour cream.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: Pair these quesadillas with Mexican rice, a fresh green salad, or roasted veggies for a complete meal. Add lime wedges for extra zest!

Tips & Tricks:

  • Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and flavor.
  • Keep heat at medium-low to avoid burning while achieving crispy tortillas.
  • Let the beef mixture cool slightly before assembling to prevent soggy quesadillas.

Storage & Reheating:

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days or freeze assembled quesadillas for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat refrigerated quesadillas in a skillet over low heat until warm and crispy (avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess). For frozen quesadillas, thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Find it online: https://mexicanrecipe.info/ground-beef-quesadillas/