Steak Quesadillas
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Steak Quesadillas are a delicious fusion of tender, flavorful steak with melty cheese, all sandwiched between crispy tortillas. Perfect for a quick dinner or a satisfying snack, these quesadillas combine rich meatiness with gooey cheese and a hint of smoky spice, making them a crowd-pleaser for gatherings or family meals.
Originating from Mexico, quesadillas traditionally feature cheese and various fillings folded into tortillas. When topped with grilled steak, they elevate to a hearty, protein-packed dish. Their popularity has soared worldwide thanks to their simplicity, versatility, and irresistible taste, making steak quesadillas a go-to comfort food that's both easy to prepare and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- Sour cream for serving
- Salsa for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mixture evenly over both sides of the steak.
- 3
Drizzle olive oil on the steak and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- 4
Reduce heat to medium and place a tortilla on the skillet. Sprinkle half with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- 5
Layer some sliced steak on one half of the tortilla, then top with a little more cheese. Fold the tortilla over to enclose the filling.
- 6
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, then carefully flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until the other side is crispy and the cheese is melted.
- 7
Remove from heat and cut into wedges. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- 8
Optional: Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with sour cream and salsa.