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Smashburger Quesadillas

Smashburger Quesadillas: Quick, Crispy, and Comforting Delight

Smashburger Quesadillas combine crispy tortillas, juicy beef, and melty cheese for a quick and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 fat ratio) Substitute with Impossible Meat or seasoned black beans for a vegetarian option.
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas For gluten-free option, use almond flour tortillas.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (half sharp cheddar, half American) For dairy-free, use vegan cheese shreds.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Optional for signature burger seasoning.
  • 0.5 tsp Onion Powder Optional for signature burger seasoning.
For Toppings (optional)
  • Pickles Adds a tangy crunch.
  • Diced Onions Offers a delicious bite.
  • Burger Sauce Creates a rich complement.
  • Shredded Lettuce Provides freshness.
  • Mustard and Ketchup Classic condiments.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Smashburger Quesadillas
  1. Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Lightly brush the outside of each tortilla with mayonnaise, if desired.
  3. Take a quarter of the ground beef and place it on one half of each tortilla. Season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. With the beef side facing down, carefully place the tortilla onto the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the underside is browned.
  5. Flip the quesadilla, sprinkle cheese on top of the beef, fold, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts.
  6. Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for 1-2 minutes. Slice into triangles.
  7. Serve warm with toppings such as pickles, diced onions, and burger sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For optimal crispiness, allow quesadillas to rest before slicing and consider experimenting with toppings.

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