In the middle of choosing what to have on plate between Texan and Mexican food? How about having both in one. Yes! That could be with this Fajita Style Quesadilla which is made with flavors found in Mexican and Texan cuisines. Who won’t salivate for the combination of seasoned crispy and tender veggies along with cheese melts that are perfectly cooked? Better start preparing your kitchen and prepare your tummy with this mood setter dish, perfect for dinner, lunch or snack.
This variety offers an exciting combination of Fajitas, is a Tex-Mex and Mexican grilled meat, and Quesadilla, a cheese-filled tortilla. What makes it healthier than other recipes is that this is a vegetarian version. Veggies are sauteed and combined to cheese that comes in perfect in overall texture–the crisp, tender, and flavors. So let’s go and cook like a pro.
Ingredients:
Have this dish in no time with the following ingredients:
- Red Pepper: Adds vibrant color to the dish, sweeter than green that makes it balance.
- Green Pepper: Julienne along with the red pepper.
- Onion: Natural sweetness makes more of the flavor.
- Canola Oil: is used to cook, can have Olive as a substitute.
- Monterey Jack Cheese: Semi-hard American Cheese, must be shredded.
- Sour Cream, Salsa, Guacamole, cilantro, lime: Add if/as desired.
How to Make Fajita Quesadillas:
As easy as these steps, you can enjoy your Fajita Quesadillas:
- Saute: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the onion and peppers by constantly stirring until tender. Avoid getting them overcooked to keep it crispy. Once done, remove from the pan and set aside.
- Assemble: Using the same skillet, spray one side of the tortilla with oil and place the oiled on facing the pan. Oil keeps the tortilla crispy and avoids it from sticking to the pan. Have a layer of cheese-veggie-cheese then sandwich in with another tortilla. Put oil on the other side using spray as on the other.
- Cook: Two minute cooking on each side makes the tortilla brown and its cheese stuff melts.
- Cut: Slice the quesadilla into four and put desired toppings.
Fajita Style Quesadillas can go in different ways:
Whichever cravings you have can fit this Quesadilla, listed are variations you can try:
- Cheese: You can try a more authentic Mexican cheese using asadero or oaxaca cheeses. The good thing is, you can pick whatever cheese you want or have them all on this dish.
- Meat: This particular recipe offers a vegetarian version but you can always add meat of your choice.
- Spice: Garlic, cumin, chili powder or fajita or taco seasoning boosts the savor in this dish.
- Add ins: Rice, corn and, or beans be present.
- Vegetables: You may add more colors to this Quesadilla by using orange and yellow peppers. Red onions can make the taste kickin a bit. Adding chopped spinach and shredded carrots is welcome.
How to Store Quesadillas:
Worried with leftovers? Here’s what we have for you:
- Store: Leftovers placed in an airtight container in the fridge can leave them good for 3 days. Use of paper towels in between the slices keeps them from being soggy.
- Freeze: Wanting longer time? It can be stored in the freezer for 3 months when placed in ziplock bags where slices are separated by parchment paper.
- Reheat: Heating them in the microwave makes the tortilla soft. To keep the crisp, reheat in the oven toaster at 375 degrees F for about 10 minutes.
Fajita Style Quesadillas
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1 red pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1 green pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1 onion, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 230 g cheese shredded
- sour cream salsa, guacamole, cilantro, limes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the onion and peppers by constantly stirring until tender. Avoid getting them overcooked to keep it crispy. Once done, remove from the pan and set aside.
- Using the same skillet, spray one side of the tortilla with oil and place the oiled on facing the pan. Oil keeps the tortilla crispy and avoids it from sticking to the pan. Have a layer of cheese-veggie-cheese then sandwich in with another tortilla. Put oil on the other side using spray as on the other.
- Two minute cooking on each side makes the tortilla brown and its cheese stuff melts.
- Slice the quesadilla into four and put desired toppings.