Loaded Steak Quesadillas are a delicious and satisfying dish that combines flavorful steak, melted cheese, and a variety of tasty toppings. Here’s a simple recipe for making loaded steak quesadillas:
Ingredients:
For the Steak:
- 1 pound flank steak or skirt steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Quesadillas:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese or your favorite cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (assorted colors)
- 1 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sliced jalapeños (optional for spice)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
For Serving (Optional):
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Guacamole
Instructions:
1. Marinate and Cook the Steak:
- In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced steak with olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated steak slices for 2-3 minutes per side or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Remove from the heat and set aside.
2. Assemble the Quesadillas:
- Place a flour tortilla on a flat surface.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese on half of the tortilla.
- Add a portion of the cooked steak on top of the cheese.
- Layer with diced bell peppers, red onion, mushrooms, corn, black beans, and jalapeños if using.
- Top with another layer of shredded cheese.
- Fold the tortilla in half, covering the filling.
3. Cook the Quesadillas:
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place the filled quesadilla on the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat the process for the remaining quesadillas.
4. Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for a minute.
- Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve hot.
5. Optional Toppings:
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole on the side if desired.
These Loaded Steak Quesadillas are a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a satisfying meal. Customize the toppings to suit your preferences and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors!