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Smashburger Quesadillas Recipe

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This Smashburger Quesadillas recipe combines the juicy, seasoned ground beef of a classic smashburger with the cheesy, crispy delight of quesadillas. Loaded with fresh veggies and a tangy burger sauce, these quesadillas make a quick and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Beef and Seasonings

  • 500 g ground beef mince
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic granules
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp oregano

Quesadilla Components

  • 4 small flour tortillas
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • 1 head baby gem lettuce, shredded
  • 30 g sliced gherkins
  • 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 tbsp burger sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: In a bowl, combine the ground beef with paprika, garlic granules, onion powder, and oregano. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasonings.
  2. Cook the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned ground beef until fully browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces while cooking. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Assemble Quesadillas: Lay out each flour tortilla and evenly distribute cheddar cheese slices on one half of each. Add a layer of cooked ground beef on top of the cheese.
  4. Add Fresh Ingredients: On top of the beef, layer sliced tomato, shredded baby gem lettuce, sliced gherkins, and thinly sliced red onion. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of burger sauce over each quesadilla.
  5. Fold and Cook Quesadillas: Fold the tortillas over to cover the fillings, creating a half-moon shape. Heat a clean non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
  6. Serve: Remove quesadillas from the skillet and let cool slightly. Slice into wedges and serve with extra burger sauce if desired.

Notes

  • Use medium-high heat to ensure the beef cooks quickly and stays juicy.
  • Feel free to substitute cheddar with another melting cheese like Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
  • To make it spicier, add some chili powder or cayenne pepper to the beef seasoning.
  • For a crispier quesadilla, press gently with a spatula while cooking.

Keywords: Smashburger, quesadilla, ground beef, cheddar cheese, quick meal, easy dinner