Smashburger Quesadillas Recipe
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.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 quesadillas 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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