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–+ servings

Carne Asada Quesadilla

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Equipment

  • Large Cast-Iron Skillet (10 inches)

Ingredients  

  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil, divided
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced and seeded
  • 1 poblano pepper, sliced and seeded
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups pre-cooked carne asada, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 large flour tortillas, 9-or 10-inch
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup quesadilla cheese, shredded
  • guacamole, for serving
  • pico de gallo, for serving
  • sour cream
  • fresh cilantro, chopped
  • limes, cut into wedges

Instructions 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and peppers. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and lightly charred. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced carne asada and cook, stirring with a spatula until the liquid evaporates, about 3-4 minutes. Continue cooking until meat develops crispy brown edges, 2-3 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • Wipe out the skillet and return to medium heat. Brush one side of each tortilla with melted butter. Place tortilla butter-side down in the skillet. Layer on one half of the tortilla: 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup quesadilla cheese, 1/2 cup carne asada, and 1/4 cup grilled vegetables.
  • Fold tortilla over to create a half-moon shape. Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Carefully flip and cook additional 2 minutes until cheese is fully melted. Remove from skillet and repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Cut each quesadilla into wedges. Serve with guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value will vary based on the brand of ingredients used. It does not include the nutritional value of toppings or sides. It does not include the nutrition for any substitutions. 
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