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Know The Details About Steak Quesadilla

Steak Quesadilla

An amazing and family-friendly recipe is steak quesadilla. It is pocket-friendly, time-saving, and straightforward to make. We can use paneer, beef, or chicken as per our preference. We can use this recipe after 4-5 days of making. It is to be kept in an airtight container or zip plastic bag. Then put the bag or container in a refrigerator. Then take it out from the refrigerator and warm it before using. We can take this as a perfect easy dinner recipe. 

All the ingredients used for this recipe are fresh and easily available in the market. So it can be considered a healthy, time-saving, and pocket-friendly recipe. This recipe is easier to prepare and takes less than 25 minutes to finish.  

What do you know about the recipe steak quesadilla?

Steak quesadilla is a Mexican mouthwatering recipe. It can be prepared within a minimum time. It requires simple ingredients that are easily available in the market. This homemade recipe is less expensive and used for the best lunch or dinner.

This tasty recipe is filled with lots of dissolved cheese, sauteed onions, and seasoned steak. To get more satisfaction, we can use it with sour cream or salsa.

History of steak quesadilla

In Mexico steak quesadilla, people used to make this cuisine only with a tortilla and cheese. The exact origin of the quesadilla is still a mystery. People believe that it might have originated from the northern side of Mexico. 

The term quesadilla comes from the Spanish word “queso”, which means cheese. The dish contains a mixture of filling including a variety of cheese and vegetables. Though the exact date and location of this delectable dish are unknown, people from all around the world enjoy its deliciousness.

Different types of steak quesadilla:

There are so many types of steak quesadilla depending on the main ingredients. It can be made with chicken, beef, paneer, mushroom etc.

  • Chicken  quesadilla
  • Cheese  quesadilla
  • Fried  quesadilla
  • Buffalo  quesadilla
  • Beef  quesadilla

Tools required to prepare steak quesadilla:

  • A glass or metallic bowl.
  • A big nonstick skillet.
  • A sharp knife.
  • A Spatula.
  • An oven.
  • A mixture grinder.
  • A grater.
  • A cutting board.

Ingredients for making steak quesadilla(For 4 servings):

Sr NoIngredientsQuantity
1Skirt steak (slice of meat, paneer or fish)    455 g or 1 lb
2Olive oil2 Tablespoons 
3SaltTo taste
4PepperTo taste
5Chili powder1 Teaspoon 
6Cumin1 Teaspoon
7Onion, sliced1 big size
8Garlic, sliced4 cloves
9Bell peppers, sliced3 big sizes (Yellow/ red or both)
10Jalapeño pepper, sliced1No
11Butter1 Tablespoon
12Flour or Corn Tortillas 4 large
13Mozzarella or cheddar cheese or   Mexican blend cheese 200 g / 2 cups
14GuacamoleOptional
15Sour creamOptional
16SalsaOptional

 The procedure of making steak quesadilla:

  • All pieces of beef or chicken are to be cleaned properly with plenty of water. Paneer can be sterilized by lukewarm water.
  • Soak all pieces with a paper towel.
  • Cut it into pieces like a skirt steak / bite-sized.
  • Keep all the steak in a bowl.
  • Season those steaks with salt to taste, cumin powder, black pepper, olive oil, and chili powder.
  • Keep it aside for about 10 min.
  • Take a big skillet on the stove. Then pour 11/2 tablespoon of olive oil, and heat it with medium-high flame.
  • Pour the seasoned/ marinated steaks into the skillet.
  • Stir well the mix and cook on medium-high heat for about 4-7 minutes on each side.
  • Keep separated the mix in another pan or bowl.
  • By using the same skillet, sauté onion slice and garlic until slightly soft and brown.
  • Add different colored bell peppers as you like, jalapeño, salt, and pepper.
  • Now mix the steak properly into the pepper mix. 
  • cook it all slightly.
  • Remove the slightly cooked mix from the heat and keep aside.
  • Now take a clean pan and heat.
  • Add a small amount of butter to melt and spread it on the pan.
  • Now lay one piece of tortilla on the buttered pan.
  • Add shredded cheese, onion, and steak mixture to the tortilla to make a layer.
  • After adding more cheese cover the entire layer with another tortilla.  
  • Flip immediately the quesadilla over with a spatula cautiously. 
  • Now pat the quesadilla down slowly.
  • Cook the other side of the tortilla until its color becomes golden.
  • Remove from pan and keep on a flat plate.
  • Now cut it into four or eight pieces with a sharp knife.
  • Repeat all the steps mentioned above for the remaining tortillas.
  • Immediately serve it with salsa or sour cream as you desire.

Some Important Pieces Of Information About The Steak Quesadilla:

Servings4(Four)
Preparation Time10 min
Cooking Time10 min
Total making time 20 min
CuisineAmerican, Mexican
Calories492 Kcal
Coursemain
CostBudget-friendly
Storage Time4 days to 3 months (Kept in an airtight container and the refrigerator)
Making processSimple and  very easy

Approximate Nutritional values of steak quesadilla (for 4 servings):

IngredientsValues
Carbohydrates31g
Calories492 kcal
  Protein37g  
Fat20 g
Saturated Fat9 g  
Polyunsaturated Fat2g  
  Monounsaturated Fat7g 
Trans Fat0.01g 
Cholesterol100 mg  
Sodium797 mg  
Potassium520 mg 
Fiber02 g   
  Sugar03 g  
Vitamin A277 IU  
Vitamin C02 mg  
  Calcium279 mg  
Iron03 mg  

The Secret Sauce? 

Have you heard that the secret of Steak quesadilla is in its sauce?  Having a perfect sauce indeed makes all the difference in a great dish. The Chipotle Lime Mayo sauce adds life to this recipe. The secret of making this sauce is adding pickled jalapenos and pickling juice. This enhances the other flavours of this steak, making it so delicious. 

Different types of cheese we can use to make steak quesadilla:

The shredded cheddar-based cheese can be used for making steak quesadillas as it melts easily. Other types of cheese may be used like 

  • classic cheddar
  • Mexican cheddar cheese
  • Monterrey jack cheese
  • Colby Jack cheese

Tips and Tricks to Make The Perfect Steak Quesadilla

  • Preheat your grill or skillet to ensure the steak is cooked evenly. 
  • You can slice the steak against the grill to get the maximum tenderness. 
  • You can experiment with filling and customise using black beans, sautéed mushrooms, and corn according to your preferences. 
  •  Use a blend of different cheeses to add extra flavour. 
  • Serve the Steak Quesadilla while it is hot to enjoy it at its best.

Wrapping up:

The steak quesadilla is a Mexican delectable dish. It can be valued for dinner or lunch. This recipe has a lot of advantages as compared to other recipes. All ingredients are easily available in the market. Maybe it is a mouthwatering dish, but it is less expensive. Moreover, it can be made as per the taste. It can be made more spicy or more crunchy. Also as per the requirement of pure vegetarians, it can be prepared for them. So let’s try to make this mouthwatering recipe at your home to get the best satisfaction from a close one. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

How to store the cooked tortillas?

The cooked tortillas are to be kept in the refrigerator with an airtight zip bag or container for about 4 to 5 days. Before doing this, cool down the tortillas completely. 

How to freeze the steak quesadilla?

At first, the completely cooked quesadillas are to be cooled down. Then keep it in an airtight container or zip plastic bag. It can be frozen for up to 75 days or more.

Is there any process to reheat the steak quesadilla?

First, take out the steak quesadilla from the refrigerator. Then heat the same on both sides in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. You can use a baking sheet too. It has to be warmed up to about 350deg F for 10-12 min before consuming it.

Which will bring more taste of steak quesadilla?

We can use salsa or sour cream to make steak quesadilla more tasty. Although these are optional, but can help to increase the degree of taste. 

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