Description
Spicy Mince Quesadillas are a quick and flavorful Mexican-inspired meal featuring seasoned ground beef, sautéed peppers and onions, melted cheese, and crispy flour tortillas. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, these quesadillas combine robust spices and gooey cheese for a comforting and easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 500g ground beef or minced meat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1-2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 200g shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
Garnish & Serving
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Sour cream or salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook mince: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the minced meat, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the meat is browned, breaking it apart with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
- Assemble quesadillas: Place one flour tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla. Spoon a portion of the cooked mince mixture on top of the cheese, then sprinkle more cheese over the mince. Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
- Cook quesadillas: Cook the folded quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese inside has melted completely. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and mince filling.
- Serve: Remove the cooked quesadillas from the skillet and cut into wedges. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm with sour cream or salsa on the side.
Notes
- If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the chili powder to 1 teaspoon or omit it completely.
- You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use whole wheat tortillas for a healthier twist.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
- Adding diced jalapeños to the filling will increase the spiciness if desired.
